Lord Palmerston
Henry John Temple, 3rd Viscount Palmerston, commonly known as Lord Palmerston, was a prominent British statesman and politician who served as Prime Minister twice during the 19th century. Born in 1784, he was known for his foreign policy that emphasized British interests and intervention when necessary. Palmerston's tenure was marked by a pragmatic approach to diplomacy, famously declaring that Britain had no eternal allies or permanent enemies, only eternal and permanent interests. His leadership during various international crises helped shape Britain's role on the global stage and laid the groundwork for modern British foreign policy.
Born on Oct 20, 1784 (240 years old)
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| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greece | 2 | 4.50 | 0.08% | +0% | 10,423,054 | 8,369 | $190,000 | 153$ |
| Totals | 2 | 10,423,054 | 8,369 | $190,000 | 153$ |
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Lord Palmerston is referenced as the Foreign Secretary criticized by Gladstone.
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Lord Palmerston stated in 1848 that there are no eternal allies or permanent enemies, only interests.
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