5 Minute Biographies

William Cavendish, the 4th Duke of Devonshire, was a prominent figure in British politics during the mid-18th century. His political career, marked by his brief tenure as Prime Minister, reflects the complexities and challenges of his time. Born on 8 May 1720 at Hardwick Hall in Derbyshire, Cavendish was the son of William Cavendish, 3rd …