William Pitt the Younger
At a glance:
- Series: Dictionary of World Biography: The 17th and 18th Centuries
- Categories: Government and Politics, Diplomacy, International Relations, Foreign Affairs
- Subcategories: Politicians, Diplomats, Presidents, Prime Ministers, Parliament, House of Commons, House of Lords, French Revolution, Reign of Terror
- Curriculum: British History, 18th Century European History
Article abstract: One of the longest-serving prime ministers in British history, Pitt did much to restore stability to British politics in the aftermath of the American Revolution. He also strengthened the prime ministership, led the international opposition to Revolutionary and Napoleonic France, and changed the constitutional relationship between Great Britain and Ireland.
Early Life
William Pitt the Younger was born May 28, 1759, at Hayes, Kent. He grew up in an intensely political environment. His father, William Pitt the Elder (created Earl of...
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