Sir Stafford Henry Northcote
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Sir Stafford Henry Northcote
SIR STAFFORD HENRY NORTHCOTE Earl of Iddesleigh statesman Date: 1818 - 1887
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1. Title: "Sir Stafford Henry Northcote, Earl of Iddesleigh: A Prominent 19th Century Statesman" Sir Stafford Henry Northcote, 3rd Earl of Iddesleigh (1818-1887), was a distinguished British statesman who served in various high-ranking government positions during the latter half of the 19th century. Born on October 15, 1818, in London, Northcote was educated at Harrow School and Trinity College, Cambridge. He entered Parliament in 1847, representing the constituency of Minehead. Northcote's political career began in earnest when he was appointed Financial Secretary to the War Office in 1852. He later served as Chancellor of the Exchequer from 1859 to 1866 under Prime Minister Lord Palmerston. During his tenure as Chancellor, Northcote implemented several significant economic reforms, including the reduction of the national debt and the establishment of the Post Office Savings Bank. In 1866, Northcote resigned from the government due to disagreements with Palmerston over foreign policy. He returned to the political scene in 1874 when he was appointed Chief Secretary for Ireland, a position he held until 1880. Northcote's tenure in Ireland was marked by his efforts to address the ongoing conflict between Protestant and Catholic communities. Northcote was created Earl of Iddesleigh in 1868. He continued to serve in various government roles until his retirement from politics in 1885. Northcote passed away on March 2, 1887, at his estate in Devon. This photograph captures Sir Stafford Henry Northcote in later life, with a serious and contemplative expression. The Earl of Iddesleigh's impeccably dressed attire and the elegant setting of the portrait reflect his status as a prominent statesman of his time. The image serves as a testament to Northcote's significant contributions to British political history.
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