Spencer Compton

18/07/2024 6 min
Spencer Compton

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Spencer Compton, 1st Earl of Wilmington, was a prominent British statesman in the early 18th century who played a crucial role in the political landscape of his time. Born on 16 March 1674 in Compton Wynyates, Warwickshire, he was the third son of James Compton, 3rd Earl of Northampton, and Mary Noel. His upbringing in …
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