Edward Michael Ward facts for kids
Edward Michael Ward (born February 5, 1789 – died September 12, 1832) was an Anglo-Irish diplomat. A diplomat is someone who represents their country in other nations, helping to keep peace and good relationships between governments. Edward Michael Ward worked for the United Kingdom, serving in several important roles across Europe.
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Who Was Edward Michael Ward?
Edward Michael Ward was born in 1789. He was the oldest son of Robert Ward. His younger brother, James, became a vice-admiral in the Royal Navy, which means he was a high-ranking officer in the British navy.
A Career in Diplomacy
Edward Michael Ward spent much of his adult life working as a diplomat. This meant he traveled to different countries to represent the United Kingdom and its interests.
Early Diplomatic Roles
- Stuttgart (1814): Edward Michael Ward began his diplomatic career in 1814 as a secretary of legation in Stuttgart, a city in Germany. A secretary of legation helps the main diplomat with their duties.
- Lisbon (1816-1823): In 1816, he moved to Lisbon, Portugal. By 1820, he became the Chargé d'Affaires to the Court of Portugal. This meant he was in charge of the British diplomatic mission there. He held this important role until 1823.
Serving in Russia and Beyond
- St Petersburg (1824-1825): After Portugal, Ward went to St Petersburg, Russia, in 1824. He served as a secretary of embassy. He was then named Minister Plenipotentiary to the Emperor of Russia for a time. This is a very high-ranking diplomat who has full power to act on behalf of their country.
- Vienna (1825-1826): He then spent a year in Vienna, Austria.
- Saxony (1828-1832): In 1828, he became the Envoy Extraordinary and Minister Plenipotentiary to the Court of Saxony, another German state. He stayed in this role until 1832, when he returned to England.
Family Life and Passing
In 1815, Edward Michael Ward married Lady Matilda Stewart. They had a daughter and a son together. He passed away in Brighton, England, in 1832 at the age of 43.
