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.
The British Prime Ministers
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 upheaval, economic reform, and the first battles against Revolutionary France.
We’ll look at how he rose to power so young, his fierce clashes with Charles James Fox, and the immense challenges he faced as war and revolution swept across Europe. From his ambitious financial reforms to his struggles with King George III, Pitt’s story is one of intellect, pressure, and resilience — a young leader trying to hold an empire together in an age of revolution.
Join us as we uncover the life, legacy, and lasting impact of William Pitt the Younger, one of Britain’s most brilliant and burdened Prime Ministers.