Henry Earl Mulgrave
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Henry Earl Mulgrave
HENRY PHIPPS, first earl of MULGRAVE Military commander and statesman Date: 1755 - 1831
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This striking portrait captures the distinguished visage of Henry Earl Mulgrave, 1st Earl of Mulgrave (1755-1831), a renowned military commander and statesman of the late 18th and early 19th centuries. Born Henry Phipps, he was elevated to the peerage in 1784, assuming the title Earl of Mulgrave. Mulgrave's military career began in 1772 when he joined the British Army and saw action in the American Revolutionary War. He later served in the Dutch War and the French Revolutionary Wars, gaining a reputation as a capable and resourceful commander. Mulgrave's political career began in earnest in 1784 when he was appointed Master-General of the Ordnance, a position he held for over 20 years. He was known for his modernization of the British military, introducing new weapons and improving fortifications. Mulgrave also served as a Member of Parliament and held various other government positions, including Home Secretary and Lord Privy Seal. Despite his many accomplishments, Mulgrave's tenure as Master-General of the Ordnance was not without controversy. He was criticized for his handling of the Siege of Gibraltar during the Peninsular War, and his decision to abandon the fortress led to a loss of public confidence. Nevertheless, Mulgrave remained a respected figure in British politics and military circles. This portrait, likely taken in the early 19th century, captures the Earl in the prime of his life, with a stern yet thoughtful expression. His military uniform and decorations attest to his long and distinguished career in the British Army. The portrait serves as a reminder of Mulgrave's significant contributions to British military and political history.
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