John II

King John

John II was King Of Peru. He was the son of Francisco I and Queen Sophia.
John oversaw Peru at the height of the monarchy's popularity, following his father's successes in the Chincha Island War. At his ascension, he received praise for his military prowess, though was frustrated he could not portray it. While establishing diplomatic relations with Russia and Japan, he became enthralled by the idea of military authority, and appointed cabinet ministers based on military experience. He wished to press the claims of Peru over the territory of Quito with military force. This action was blocked by the civilian government, who sought to continue to seek an international resolution on the matter.
John was very critical of the corruption brewing in Argentina and America, but was shocked at the Argentine Revolution that occurred in 1905. John offered to help suppress the revolt, though this was protested by the ministers. Robert I of Argentina declined the offer, not wishing for the conflict to get out of control. John also mulled over the idea of taking advantage of the conflict to gain the lands of Upper Peru that were awarded to Argentina in the Partition of Charcas.
Though John did not keep close relations with his American cousins, he did partake in one of the famous hunting trips with Henri II. While there, he would openly criticize the aloofness of his cousin. John would eventually attend the funeral of Henry, and would further criticize the character of Edward III.
With the birth of his first daughter, Gabriela, who would become heir presumptive, he saw little hope for the monarchy, though did not wish to see it die out. Under the Constitution of Peru, women were not allowed to hold the throne as regnant. John used up much of the goodwill of the crown in order to change that so as to preserve his line.
At the start of the Great War in Europe, John would flirt with the idea of Peruvian involvement despite objections from the Continental Ordinance, though did not care for the causes of either side. This alienated the Peruvian citizens, as they wished not to become involved in European affairs, and the government saw no way Peru could benefit from the conflict. John would pass away in 1918, after which Gabriela would agree to neutrality at the Congress of Columbia.

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Previously Held Ranks & Titles

• King Of Peru

Life

1864 1918 54 years old

Family

Habsburg-Peru

Parents

Francisco I

Sophia

Children

• Gabriela