1 quotes by Robert Henley, 1st Earl of Northington (-1772), English (Lord Chancellor)

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We have tried everything to prevent this, but they have got too powerful, and there is nothing for us but for our friends to go into their meetings and disturb the harmony of them, and create division.

He was referring to the Volunteers of Ireland who had politically organized.

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Robert Henley, 1st Earl of Northington

Born:
Died: January 14, 1772
Nationality: English
Profession: Lord Chancellor

Biography

Robert Henley, 1st Earl of Northington, PC, was the Lord High Chancellor of Great Britain. He was a member of the Whig Party in the parliament and was known for his wit and writing.

ROBERT HENLEY, 1ST EARL OF NORTHINGTON

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