James Waldegrave, 2nd Earl Waldegrave
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James Waldegrave, 2nd Earl Waldegrave, KG, PC, FRS (4 March 1715 – 13 April 1763) was an English politician and peer who is sometimes regarded as one of the shortest-serving prime ministers in British history. His brief tenure as First Lord of the Treasury is lent a more lasting significance by his memoirs, which are regarded as significant in the development of Whig history.[1]
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| In office 8 June 1757 – 12 June 1757 | |
| Preceded by | The Duke of Devonshire |
| Succeeded by | The Duke of Devonshire |
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| Born | (1715-03-04)4 March 1715 |
| Died | 13 April 1763(1763-04-13) (aged 48) |
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