Spencer Perceval
Prime Minister, led during early 1800s
Born
November 1st, 1762
262 years ago
Died
May 11th, 1812
213 years ago — 49 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United Kingdom
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Served as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom from 1809 until 1812. Perceval was a member of the Tory party and played a significant role in the government during the Napoleonic Wars. Focused on economic issues and strengthening the British military. Assassinated in 1812, marking the first and only British Prime Minister to be assassinated. His leadership style was characterized by a commitment to managing the nation through a challenging period of war and political strife.
Served as Prime Minister from 1809 to 1812
First British Prime Minister to be assassinated
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