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Há 1 dia · 1799–1803 1807–1813 1815. Field Marshal Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington, KG, GCB, GCH, PC, FRS ( né Wesley; 1 May 1769 – 14 September 1852) was a British statesman, soldier, and Tory politician who was one of the leading military and political figures of 19th-century Britain, serving twice as prime minister of the United Kingdom.
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Há 2 dias · Arthur Wellesley, the first Duke of Wellington, was a leading military commander, politician and prime minister in 19th-century Britain. He is best remembered today for his actions during the Napoleonic Wars, most notably for victory at the 1815 battle of Waterloo. “He was second only to Napoleon in his military skill at the time,” says ...
Há 1 dia · Wellesley wrote to him to the effect that he had been recommended by the Viceroy as a man of ability with a thorough knowledge of Germany. He was asked to come to London, and to send his address to Sir Arthur at his private residence in Harley Street. This Brother James, agreeably surprised, did without delay.
Há 13 horas · The History Behind Wellington’s Name. Wellington was named after Arthur Wellesley, the first Duke of Wellington, and the British settlers who arrived in 1839. Arthur Wellesley was renowned for his victory in the Battle of Waterloo in 1815. The settlement’s name was chosen to honor his achievements and leadership during that period.
Há 1 dia · The Wellington Testimonial was built to commemorate the victories of Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington. Wellington, the British politician and general, also known as the 'Iron Duke', was born in Ireland. (Wikipedia) The monument is the largest obelisk in Europe, 62 metres (203 feet) in height. It was designed by the architect Sir Robert Smirke and though the foundation stone was laid in ...
Há 13 horas · Queen Camilla has also formed a close bond with the Duchess of Wellington and also attended their daughter Charlotte’s wedding in Granada. Much like the king, Wellesley’s family also comes with a strong historical background, with Arthur Wellesley, the first Duke of Wellington, fighting and claiming a victory against Napoleon.
Há 1 dia · Arthur Wellesley, más conocido como el Duque de Wellington fue un distinguido militar y político británico que jugó un papel crucial en las Guerras Napoleónicas. Nacido en Irlanda en 1769, en el seno de una familia aristocrática, Wellesley inició su carrera militar en los Países Bajos y la India, donde su reputación como un líder competente y táctico comenzó a forjarse.