Historical Events tagged with "rockingham ministry"
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Rockingham Ministry Begins Peace Negotiations
The Second Rockingham ministry assumed office in Great Britain, initiating negotiations aimed at bringing an end to the prolonged American War of Independence. Led by Prime Minister Charles Watson-Wentworth, the Earl of Rockingham, the administration sought to seek a peaceful resolution to ongoing hostilities. Rockingham's government was formed amidst significant political turmoil, owing to the growing unpopularity of the war and demand for peace from various factions within Britain. This shift in leadership marked a pivotal moment as the British Parliament and the public began to reconsider their stance on the American colonies.
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