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William Lamb, 2nd Viscount Melbourne PC, PC (Ire), FRS (15 March 1779 – 24 November 1848) was a British Whig politician who served as the Home Secretary and twice as the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom. Some sources indicate that his full name was Henry William Lamb. [1] [2]
Lord Melbourne (born March 15, 1779, London, England—died November 24, 1848, Brocket, near Hatfield, Hertfordshire) was a British prime minister from July 16 to November 14, 1834, and from April 18, 1835, to August 30, 1841.
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- Lord Melbourne was the British prime minister from July 16 to November 14, 1834, and from April 18, 1835, to August 30, 1841. He was Queen Victoria...
- Lord Melbourne was born William Lamb, allegedly the second of six children of the 1st Viscount Melbourne and his wife. Lamb married Lady Caroline P...
- William Lamb (later Lord Melbourne) was educated at Eton College and at the University of Cambridge. He was called to the bar in 1804.
- Lord Melbourne was permanently weakened by a stroke on October 23, 1842, and died six years later.
Learn about Lord Melbourne, a British statesman who was twice prime minister in the 1830s and a close friend of Queen Victoria. Find out his political career, his role in suppressing trade unions, and his scandalous personal life.
Lord Melbourne played no significant political role after 1841. Though his last years were characterized by deteriorating health, a wistful longing for the Queen, and periods of melancholy, he also had the comfort of being surrounded by devoted friends and family.
Mar 15, 2013 · Learn about the life and career of Lord Melbourne, the Whig Prime Minister who mentored Queen Victoria and survived a scandalous affair with Lady Caroline Ponsonby. Find out his major acts, interesting facts and dates in office.
Learn about the life and career of Lord Melbourne, a conservative Whig who served as Prime Minister twice in the 1830s. He was known for his close relationship with Queen Victoria and his scandalous personal affairs.
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Mar 2, 2022 · Learn about William Lamb, 2nd Viscount Melbourne, who served twice as Prime Minister in the mid-19th century and mentored Queen Victoria. Find out his biography, political career, marriages, and legacy.
