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William Cavendish, 2nd Duke of Devonshire

British nobleman and politician (1672-1729) · Politicians · Died at 57

William Cavendish, 2nd Duke of Devonshire, was a British nobleman and politician. He was the eldest son of William Cavendish, 1st Duke of Devonshire, and Lady Mary Butler. A prominent Whig, he was sworn of the Privy Council in 1707, and served as Lord President of the Council from 1716 to 1718 and from 1725 to 1729.

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Category
Politicians
Type
Politician
Status
Deceased
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Lived 1672 to 1729 · aged 57