


His efforts demonstrate a deep commitment to historical accuracy and a passion for bringing the past to life. Using famous portraits as a reference, he has painstakingly recreated the former king's iconic appearance, from his beard and moustache to his Garter Collar, cape, and ostrich feather. Over the course of four years, Daniel Williams, a 49-year-old from Sutton Coldfield, Birmingham, has been touring historical sites across England, Wales, and Scotland to revive the memory of his hero and draw attention to the UK's rich cultural heritage.

RETURN OF THE KING: Many people believe Daniel wears a mask but he does not (Photo by Collect/PA Real Life)Ī passionate enthusiast of history, who bears an uncanny resemblance to King Charles I, travels around the country in costume after a friend pointed out his resemblance to the 17th-century monarch.ĭespite not having access to a horse or carriage, he is determined to resurrect the memory of the former king on coronation day.
