Charles Grey, 2nd Earl Grey (1764- 1845), portrait attributed to Thomas Phillips, oil on canvas,

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Charles Grey, 2nd Earl Grey (1764- 1845), Prime Minister of the United Kingdom from 22 November 1830 to 16 July 1834. A member of the Whig Party, he backed significant reform of the British government and was among the primary architects of the Reform Act 1832. His government also saw the abolition of slavery in the British Empire. In addition to his political achievements, he has come to be associated with Earl Grey tea. Portrait attributed to Thomas Phillips, oil on canvas,

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