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Also Known As Henry of Oatlands
Born July 8, 1639 • England
Died September 13, 1660 (aged 21) • London • England
House / Dynasty House of Stuart
Notable Family Members father Charles I • mother Henrietta Maria • brother James II • brother Charles II • sister Henrietta Anne of England • sister Mary of Orange
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