Quote by: Robert Walpole

If they are really persuaded that the army is annually established by me, that I have the sole disposal of posts and honours, that I employ this power in the destruction of liberty and the diminution of commerce, let me awaken them from their delusion.


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  • NameRobert Walpole
  • DescriptionBritish statesman
  • AliasesRobert Walpole, 1st Earl of Orford; Sir Robert Walpole
  • BornAugust 26, 1676
  • DiedMarch 18, 1745
  • CountryUnited Kingdom
  • ProfessionPolitician