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Sir Francis Burdett
Sir Francis Burdett (1770-1844), 5th Baronet, was an English reformist politician, the son of Francis Burdett and his wife Eleanor, daughter of William Jones of Ramsbury Manor, Wiltshire, and grandson of Sir Robert Burdett, Bart. From 1820 until his death he lived at 25 St Jamess Place, London. Date: 1875
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1820 1875 Baronet Bart Burdett Eleanor Francis From Grandson Jamess Jones Lived Manor Reformist Wiltshire 1770 1844 Ramsbury
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Sir Francis Burdett (1770-1844), the English reformist politician, is depicted in this striking portrait, taken in the year 1875. Born as the son of Francis Burdett and Eleanor Jones, the daughter of William Jones of Ramsbury Manor in Wiltshire, Sir Francis was the grandson of Sir Robert Burdett, Baronet. From 1820 until his death, Sir Francis resided at 25 St James's Place in London. Sir Francis Burdett was a prominent figure in the political landscape of his time, known for his commitment to reform. His father, also a reformist politician, had been a vocal critic of the corruption and excesses of the British government, and Sir Francis followed in his footsteps. He was a member of Parliament from 1794 to 1831, and during his tenure, he advocated for various reforms, including the repeal of the Test and Corporation Acts, the extension of the franchise, and the abolition of slavery. Despite his political accomplishments, Sir Francis's unconventional methods often put him at odds with the establishment. He was known for his fiery speeches and his willingness to challenge the status quo, earning him both admirers and detractors. In this portrait, Sir Francis's intense gaze and determined expression convey his unwavering commitment to his cause. The portrait was taken in 1875, many years after Sir Francis's death, but it remains a powerful reminder of his legacy as a champion of reform and a defender of the people's rights. Today, Sir Francis Burdett is remembered as a pioneering figure in the history of British politics, and his influence can still be felt in the democratic institutions and values that shape our society.
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