Who Was The First Prime Minister Of England?

Great Britain's first prime minister was Sir Robert Walpole, who governed from 1721 to 1742. Despite this historic honour, Walpole did not actually use the title of "prime minister" at this time, but rather served as First Lord of the Treasury, and then after 1730 as head of the Cabinet.

In terms of political and party affiliation, Walpole was a Whig, meaning that he was a member of the British Whig Party, a liberal-conservative organization aimed at establishing and upholding a constitutional monarchy. Support for the Whigs was generally strong among aristocrats and the party's power increased under Walpole's tenure.

Walpole was the first prime minister to live at 10 Downing Street, thanks to King George II who provided the head of government with this house in 1732. Walpole resigned in 1742, when he lost a vote of confidence in the House of Commons. Upon his resignation, Walpole was afforded the title Earl of Oxford and was given a seat in the House of Lords. Walpole died in 1745.

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