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Henry Pelham
HENRY PELHAM British Statesman and Prime Minister (1743-54)
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1695 1743 1754 Minister Pelham Prime
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This striking portrait captures Henry Pelham, a prominent British statesman and Prime Minister, in the prime of his political career. Pelham, born in 1695, rose to prominence under the tutelage of his older brother, Thomas Pelham-Holles, 1st Duke of Newcastle, who served as Secretary of State for the Southern Department from 1715 to 1754. Henry Pelham's political acumen and diplomatic skills were evident from an early age, and he quickly established himself as an indispensable figure in British politics. Pelham's political ascent was marked by his ability to form alliances and coalitions, both within the Tory party and beyond. He served as Chancellor of the Exchequer from 1743 to 1746 and again from 1754 until his death in 1754. During his tenure, Pelham implemented a series of fiscal policies designed to strengthen the British economy and military, including the establishment of a sinking fund to pay off the national debt and the creation of a new land tax. This portrait, which dates from Pelham's tenure as Chancellor of the Exchequer in the 1740s, shows him in the regal attire of a statesman and minister. The elaborate wig, powdered and swept back, frames a serious and intelligent expression. Pelham's gaze is steady and confident, reflecting his unwavering commitment to the interests of the British people. Pelham's legacy as a statesman and Prime Minister is significant, particularly in the context of British history during the mid-18th century. His fiscal policies helped to lay the foundation for the economic and military strength of the British Empire in the decades to come. This portrait serves as a reminder of Pelham's important contributions to British history and his enduring influence on the political landscape of his time.
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