~ Lord Chatham Quotes ~

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Lord Chatham Quotes


A British Whig statesman who achieved his greatest fame leading Britain during the Seven Years' War.
William Pitt, 1st Earl of Chatham PC (15 November 1708 – 11 May 1778) was a British Whig statesman who achieved his greatest fame leading Britain during the Seven Years' War (known as the French and Indian War in North America). He again led the country (holding the official title of Lord Privy Seal) between 1766-68.

Here are some famous quotes by Lord Chatham.

Now as to politeness... I would venture to call it benevolence in trifles.

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Unlimited power corrupts the possessor; and this I know that where law ends there tyranny begins.