New Question: Brit Royalty ...?

[o_caipora]

"Steve" <bboy_mn at y...> wrote:

> I was under the impression that previous King Charles's 
> were not well liked by the people; hence
> the reason for becoming King George instead.

I think it's a little harsh to say King Charles II was "not well 
liked", merely because the people liked him better a head shorter.

> Can Charles step down as king before his death, and let William 
take over?

Well, his great-uncle did something similar.

> How old is the remaining Queen Mother, if there is one?

Charles's wife would have eventually been Queen Mother when William 
ascended the throne, but I think she died in a car accident or 
something. 

 - Caipora