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 ...
Incorporated by royal charter in 1854, possibly on 7th April. Still operati...
Founded by Milly Apthorp and her son John, as a grant-giving benevolent fund....
Soap magnate and philanthropist, founder of Port Sunlight, near Liverpool. B...
