Laurence Hyde
English politician and First Lord of Treasury
Born
1641
384 years ago
Died
May 2nd, 1711
314 years ago — 70 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
England
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Served as a prominent English politician during the late 17th and early 18th centuries. Held the title of 1st Earl of Rochester and played a significant role in the administration as First Lord of the Treasury. Involved in various political matters of the time, contributing to the governance and fiscal policies of England. Engaged in numerous diplomatic and administrative tasks that shaped the political landscape during a transformative era.
Served as First Lord of the Treasury
Held the title of 1st Earl of Rochester
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