Born Berkeley Square. Inherited the Dukedom from his cousin the 6th Duke, who died 1858. Father of Spencer Compton, the 8th Duke. Inherited land in Eastbourne, where a statue was erected for him.
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William Cavendish, 7th Duke of Devonshire
This acre of ground was presented to the parish of Chiswick by His Grace the ...
From Diocese of Westminster: After 1840 "They planned a Catholic foundation i...
Following the Reformation the taxes on church livings, which used to be paid ...
Inspired by East End schemes such as Toynbee Hall, this Settlement was establ...
Born Scotland. Emigrated to Canada in 1838 to work with the Hudson's Bay Co...
