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Spencer Perceval, the UK’s Only Assassinated Prime Minister

Posted on May 15, 2013 by reginajeffers

Spencer Perceval, KC (1 November 1762 – 11 May 1812) was the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom from 4 October 1809 until his death on 11 May 1812. He is the only British Prime Minister to have been assassinated. … Continue reading →

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Daily Life in Jane Austen’s Time: Political Intrigue

Posted on May 30, 2012 by reginajeffers

Austen’s lifetime knew political intrigue that came to light with the splintering of the Whig party and the formation of a Conservative element. From 1788 to 1812, England experienced war after war, King George III’s madness, and the decadent lifestyle … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged Charles James Fox, George III, George IV, House of Commons, House of Lords, Jane Austen, Radical reform, Spencer Perceval, the French Revolution, the Prince Regent, The Rights of Man, Thomas Paine, Tory, Whig, William Pitt the Younger | 1 Comment

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