William Windham

William Windham (1780-1810) was an English statesman, born of an ancient Norfolk family. He was opposed to the American War. He took part in the impeachment of Warren Hastings. He was Secretary at War under Pitt. Advocated the removal of Catholic disabilities, but he was opposed to Parliamentary reform. He has been described by his contemporaries as the model both physically and mentally of an English gentleman, able and high minded.

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