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William Pitt (1708-1778). British politician
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William Pitt (1708-1778). British politician
PITT, William (London 1708-Hayes, 1778), first Earl of Chatham, called Pitt the Elder or Prime Pitt. Also konwn as The Great Commoner. British politician. He joined the ranks of Commons Whig in 1735. He headed the government between 1757 and 1761. Engraving. Colored
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William Pitt, the Elder, or simply known as Pitt the Great and The Great Commoner, was a prominent British politician of the 18th century, born in London in 1708. Pitt joined the ranks of the Commons Whigs in 1735 and rose to become one of the most influential figures in British politics. He served as the head of the government between 1757 and 1761, during which time he oversaw Britain's involvement in the Seven Years' War, a significant conflict that expanded the British Empire. Pitt's political acumen and leadership during this period earned him the nickname "Prime Pitt" and "The Great Commoner." This engraving, colored for enhanced visual appeal, depicts Pitt in the prime of his life. He is dressed in the fashion of the eighteenth century, with a powdered wig and an air of authority and confidence. Pitt's portrait is a testament to the modern age of European politics, where individuals like him wielded significant power and influence, shaping the course of history. The portrait is a reminder of Pitt's immense contributions to British politics and his role as a statesman during a pivotal period in European history. Pitt's legacy as a prime minister and premier continues to be celebrated in the annals of British and European history.
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