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Frederick John Robinson, 1st Viscount Goderich facts for kids

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The Viscount Goderich
Frederick John Robinson, 1st Earl of Ripon by Sir Thomas Lawrence.jpg
Prime Minister of the United Kingdom
In office
31 August 1827 – 21 January 1828
Preceded by George Canning
Succeeded by The Duke of Wellington
Chancellor of the Exchequer
In office
31 January 1823 – 20 April 1827
Preceded by Nicholas Vansittart
Succeeded by George Canning
Personal details
Born (1782-11-01)1 November 1782
London
Died 28 January 1859(1859-01-28) (aged 76)
Putney Heath, London, England, United Kingdom
Political party Tory

Frederick John Robinson, 1st Earl of Ripon (born November 1, 1782 – died January 28, 1859) was an important British statesman. He served as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom for a short time, when he was known as Lord Goderich. He was also a member of the Privy Council.

Understanding Lord Goderich's Titles

Frederick John Robinson had several different titles throughout his life. These titles showed his growing importance and rank in British society.

Early Life and First Title

He was born as plain Frederick John Robinson in 1782. He kept this name for the first 45 years of his life.

Becoming Viscount Goderich

In 1827, he was given the title of The Viscount Goderich. This happened just before he became Prime Minister. People often referred to him as Lord Goderich during this period.

The Earl of Ripon

Later, in 1833, he received an even higher title. He became The Earl of Ripon. He held this title for the rest of his life until he passed away in 1859.

Images for kids

  • NewbyHall(LynneGlazzard)Sep2003

    Newby Hall, where Robinson was born.

  • Prime Ministers of the 19th century

    Some Prime Ministers Robinson worked with: Lord Liverpool, George Canning, Earl Grey, and Robert Peel.

  • George IV. of the United Kingdom

    King George IV, who was the monarch during Robinson's time as Prime Minister.

  • Pieter Christoffel Wonder - The Staircase of the London Residence of the Painter - Google Art Project

    A painting showing a figure believed to be Goderich on the day he resigned as Prime Minister.

  • Microcosm of London Plate 052 - House of Lords

    The House of Lords, where important decisions were made in the early 1800s.

  • Viscount goderich of nocton tomb

    The memorial chapel at All Saints' Church, Nocton, where Ripon and his wife are buried.

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