The life of Charles II was filled with dread, fear, and heartbreak. He was the eldest surviving child of Charles I and Henrietta Maria of France. Some say that he was the son of their true love. Charles II was born at St. James' Court. As a child, he was treated like a king. He had a wet nurse and professional rockers. Charles lived in luxury, he moved from palace to palace whenever he pleased. He was spoiled and very well taken care of. His childhood was truly golden ("Image of the King").
             As a teen, Charles began spending more time with his father. Charles I repeatedly took him under his wing to give him political advice. He thought he could guide and help his son. He also tried to make his son believe the same things as him. He thought his son should have his exact same views. Charles II eventually ruled the kingdom. His reign was very different than that of his fathers. He proved hs father proud when he received an honorary Master of Arts degree ("England In the Reign of Charles II, Vol. 2). As early asfifteen he became a playboy. Marriage was not of interest to him. Of course, being a playboy at this time was expected. Through all this fun and games there came a complete end to his childhood happiness. On February 5, Charles received news that his father had been beheaded. He proceeded to ask everyone to leave the room. Failure overwhelmed him. He had tried to save his father many times. He burst into tears. A servant called him, "Your Majesty." He was sickened. The Scots proclaimed him Charles II. This proclamation defied the English Republic. Charles prepared himself to go to Scotland. There he was to form an alliance. He took the throne with great sadness.
             In 1651, Charles' invasion of England ended in defeat. Charles II eventually got exiled. He became a fugitive. He was protected by many of his friends. In October of 1651, he escap
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