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Catch-pole

From Le Musee de Sires

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as his predecessors were monarchists whose unrealised ideal was the restoration of the French monarchy

Robert Walpole, 18th century English statesman Finish:Rolled Catch-poleRobert Walpole, 18th century English statesman. Although the title was never used to refer to him at the time, Walpole (1676 1745) is regarded as Britain's first Prime Minister. His administration lasted from 1721 until he resigned in 1742, longer than that of any Prime Minister since. Lantern slide.

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