Henry Bathurst
English politician and 3rd Earl Bathurst
Born
May 22nd, 1762
263 years ago
Died
August 6th, 1794
230 years ago — 32 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United Kingdom
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A prominent English politician, held various governmental positions throughout the late 18th and early 19th centuries. Served as Secretary of State for War and the Colonies from 1812 to 1827. Played a key role in the administration during the Napoleonic Wars and contributed to policies related to the British colonies. Inherited the earldom in 1834 and took an active interest in national matters until his death in 1834.
Served as Secretary of State for War and the Colonies
Influenced colonial policy during the Napoleonic Wars
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