King Charles II

King Charles II

monarch United Kingdom

King Charles II of England was instrumental in the establishment of the Hudson’s Bay Company, granting it a royal charter in 1670 that allowed for the monopoly of fur trading in the vast territories around Hudson Bay. His support was crucial in the company's early successes against French competition in the fur trade.

Born on May 29, 1630 (395 years old)

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
30,235
Power
1,352$
Sentiment
7.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Canada 1 7.00 0.08% +0% 38,005,238 30,235 $1,700,000 1,352$
Totals 1 38,005,238 30,235 $1,700,000 1,352$
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Recent Mentions

Canada Canada: King Charles II issued the charter 355 years ago, granting exclusive trading rights to the Hudson’s Bay Company. 7

The Globe and Mail: Billionaire Weston family to buy Hudson’s Bay charter in $12.5-million deal, donate to museum

United Kingdom United Kingdom: King Charles II has written to President Trump to express his 'profound sadness' about the catastrophic flooding. 7

BBC: Texas floods death toll from climbs to more than 100

Canada Canada: King Charles II issued the royal charter that launched Hudson's Bay Company in 1670. 8

The Globe and Mail: Government groups raise concerns over Hudson’s Bay proposed auction of historical artifacts

Canada Canada: The document includes the wax seal of King Charles II, which claimed dominion over the land. 5

The Globe and Mail: Hudson’s Bay to auction off artifacts, including 1670 charter

Canada Canada: King Charles II responded favorably to Radisson and Groseilliers' grand scheme to tap into the fur trade, supporting the establishment of the Hudson’s Bay Company. 8

The Globe and Mail: Opinion: For centuries Hudson’s Bay faced death and survived. Can the company do so again?