The British Prime Ministers
In this series, we will explore the history of the British Prime Ministers. From Walpole to Sunak, we will examine the men and women who have occupied 10 Downing Street and made significant contributions to the country.
Episodes
23 episodes
Chares Grey, 2nd Earl Grey
In this episode of British Prime Ministers, we explore the life and legacy of Charles Grey, the 2nd Earl Grey — the man behind one of the most important political reforms in British history.Serving as Prime Minister from 1830 to...
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8:03
Arthur Wellesley, Duke of Wellington
In this episode of The British Prime Ministers, we look at the life and political career of Arthur Wellesley, one of Britain’s most famous soldiers and an unlikely Prime Minister.Best known for defeating Napoleon Bonaparte at th...
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Season 1
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Episode 20
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6:43
Frederick John Robinson, 1st Viscount Goderich
In this episode of The British Prime Ministers, we turn to one of the shortest-serving leaders in British history: Frederick John Robinson, better known as the 1st Viscount Goderich.Taking office in 1827 after the death o...
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Season 1
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Episode 19
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8:28
George Canning
In this episode, we take a look at George Canning — one of the most brilliant parliamentary speakers of his age, a man of sharp wit and even sharper ambition, and a Prime Minister whose time in office lasted just 119 days.
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Season 1
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Episode 18
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7:11
Williiam Grenville 1st Baron Grenville
William Grenville, 1st Baron Grenville, served as Prime Minister for just over a year — from February 1806 to March 1807 — during one of the most turbulent periods in British history. Leading the country at the height of the Napoleonic Wars, Gr...
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Season 2
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Episode 18
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7:37
Robert Banks Jenkinson, the 2nd Earl of Liverpool
History often remembers the dramatic figures — the war heroes, the great reformers, the prime ministers who changed everything overnight.But sometimes, the most important leaders are the ones who simply kept the country standing...
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Season 1
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Episode 19
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7:45
Spencer Percival
Spencer Perceval is the only British Prime Minister ever to be assassinated — and yet he’s one of the least remembered.In 1809, Britain was fighting Napoleon, the economy was under strain, and unrest was growing at home. Perceval, a seri...
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6:21
Henry Addington
In this episode, we shine a light on Henry Addington, the often-overlooked Prime Minister who stepped into the hot seat during one of Britain’s most turbulent moments. Usually remembered as “the guy between the Pitts,” Addington inherited a nat...
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Season 1
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Episode 17
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8:19
William Pitt the younger
In this episode, we explore the remarkable career of William Pitt the Younger — the man who became Britain’s youngest-ever Prime Minister at just twenty-four. Brilliant, determined, and often solitary, Pitt steered the country through political...
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Season 1
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Episode 16
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6:32
William Cavendish 3rd Duke of Portland
Join us on the latest episode of the British Prime Ministers, On this edition we discusss the life and career William Cavendish Bentick the 3rd Duke of Portland
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Season 1
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Episode 15
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8:30
William Petty, 2nd earl of Shelbourne
On this episode we take a look at the life and times of British prime minister William Petty the 2nd Earl of Shelbourne.Like comment and subcribe and share with others who have a love for all things history
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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6:14
Frederick North, Lord North
Join us on this episode of the British Prime Ministers. On this episode we take a look at the life and career of Frederick North, Lord North
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5:10
Augustus Henry FitzRoy, 3rd Duke of Grafton
On this episode of the British Prime Ministers we take a look at the life and times of Augustus Henry Fitzroy the 3rd Duke of Grafton, who was one of the youngest people to hold the office
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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6:19
Pitt The Elder
Join us in this episode as we explore the life and career of William Pitt the Elder.
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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8:25
Charles Watson Wentworth 2nd Marquess of Rockingham
In this episode of British Prime Ministers, we explore the and career of Britain's 7th prime minister. Charles Watson Wentworth 2nd Marquess of Rockingham
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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5:35
10 Downing Street
In this inaugural episode on British Prime Ministers, we explore the residence of the prime minister. Join us for an exclusive tour of 10 Downing Street.
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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5:12
George Grenville
In this episode, we examine the life and career of Britain's 6th Prime Minister, George Grenville. Join us as we delve into his achievements and contributions.
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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5:25
10 Downing Street The home the British Prime Minister
In this introductory episode of The British Prime Ministers we look at the home of the Prime Minister. Join me for a look back at how an ordinary house became the seat of power
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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7:12
John Stuart, 3rd Earl of Bute
In this episode of The British Prime Ministers, we delve into the life and career of Stuart 3rd Earl of Bute. Join us for an insightful exploration!
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5:26
William Cavendish, 4th Duke of Devonshire
William Cavendish, 4th Duke of Devonshire, In this episode we look at the life and career of Britain`s 5th Prime Minister. Like, comment and subscribe and share with those who have a passion for political history.
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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4:41
Thomas Pelham- Holles 1st duke of Newcastle
Following the death of his brother Thomas Pelham- Holles is asked to assume the role of Prime Minister. Join us for a look at the life and career of Britians 4th Prime Minister
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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6:42