Duke of wellington born in ireland
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Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington
Arthur Wellesley 1st Duke of Wellington is today more famous as a soldier than as a politician. In fact, as the Prime Minister, he was known for his measures to repress reform, and his popularity sank a little during his time in office.
The Duke of Wellington was born in Dublin to the Earl and Countess of Mornington.
Fatherless at an early age, and neglected by his mother, he was a reserved, withdrawn child.
Duke of wellington born in ireland
He failed to shine at Eton, and instead attended private classes in Brussels, followed by a military school in Angers.
Ironically, the young duke had no desire for a military career. Instead he wished to pursue his love of music.
Following his mother’s wishes, however, he joined a Highland regiment.
He fought at Flanders in 1794, and directed the campaign in India in 1796, where his elder brother was Governor General. Knighted for his efforts, he returned to England in 1805.
In 1806 he was elected Member of Parliament for Rye, and