The historic city of Derry in the Kingdom of Ireland was destroyed in 1608. It was rebuilt by members of The Honourable The Irish Society and the livery companies of the City of London. The rebuilt city was granted a Royal Charter by King James I of Ireland giving it the name of Londonderry in recognition of the City of London's part in the rebuilding. A further Royal Charter was issued in 1662 by King Charles II of Ireland affirming the change of name as it stated; "We will, ordain, constitute, confirm, and declare that the said city or town of Derry, for ever hereafter be, and shall be named and called the City of Londonderry."