Why do you think James 2 fled to France when William of orange led his army to London?

James II fled to France when William of Orange led his army to London primarily because he recognized the loss of support among his subjects and the inevitability of defeat. With his position increasingly untenable due to the lack of military backing and the growing popularity of William's cause, James sought refuge in France, where he could find support from King Louis XIV. This flight not only demonstrated James's loss of authority but also marked the beginning of the Glorious Revolution, highlighting the shift in power dynamics in England.