William Gladstone
William Gladstone was a prominent British statesman and four-time Prime Minister of the United Kingdom during the late 19th century. Known for his significant contributions to liberal politics and social reform, Gladstone's policies often focused on issues such as education, Irish home rule, and the expansion of civil liberties. He was also a patron of the arts and commissioned various works, including portraits from notable artists of his time, reflecting his appreciation for cultural advancements.
Born on Dec 29, 1809 (215 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ireland | 1 | 5.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 5,030,000 | 4,736 | $5,100 | 5$ |
| Totals | 1 | 5,030,000 | 4,736 | $5,100 | 5$ |
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Ireland:
John Hughes was chosen to memorialise William Gladstone, a towering figure in British history.
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Switzerland:
William Gladstone began his fourth term as Prime Minister at the age of 82.
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United Kingdom:
William Gladstone was a Victorian British prime minister and immediate relative of the Gladstone family who built fortunes from enslavement.
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Greece:
He was the longest-serving Prime Minister in British history.
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United Kingdom:
William Gladstone referred to Daniel O’Connell as 'the greatest popular leader the world has ever seen'.
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Jamaica:
The great-great-grandson of 19th-century British Prime Minister William Gladstone said he was horrified to learn seven years ago that his ancestors were slave owners in Jamaica and Guyana.
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France:
William Gladstone criticized the notion of reciprocity as a charlatan's remedy in a speech in 1879.
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Canada:
Carnegie wrote in a letter to William Gladstone, the past and future British prime minister.
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Lithuania:
William Gladstone was the then Prime Minister who commissioned portraits from Le Prince and Elizabeth.
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