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Biography, UK, Prime Minister, Henry Pelham (1743 to 1754)

Biography, UK, Prime Minister, Henry Pelham (1743 to 1754)

Henry Pelham (1743 to 1754) was the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom.

He belonged to the Whig party and was an important figure during the reign of George II of England.

Before becoming Prime Minister, Pelham was the Secretary of State for the Southern Department.

Pelham was instrumental in restoring the financial health of the nation.

He reduced the national debt and introduced new taxes in order to increase government revenues.

As Prime Minister, he was successful in maintaining peace with France and other European powers.

During his tenure, he was successful in introducing new reforms in the British Army and Navy.

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