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26 - Life of Viscount Palmerston by Lloyd Charles Sanders

26 - Life of Viscount Palmerston by Lloyd Charles Sanders

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 Delve into the fascinating life of Henry John Temple, the Third Viscount Palmerston, who was instrumental in shaping Great Britains international standing during his time as Foreign Secretary, Home Secretary, and Prime Minister. This podcast gives an insightful account of how Palmerstons diplomatic prowess elevated Englands prestige to a level unseen since the Battle of Waterloo. Discover how he masterminded the creation of Belgium, shielded Portugal and Spain from absolutism, safeguarded Turkey from Russia, and secured the route to India from French influence.
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