Morton Eden, 1st Baron Henley facts for kids
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Baron Henley
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| Minister Plenipotentiary to Bavaria | |
| In office 1776–1779 |
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| Envoy Extraordinary to Denmark | |
| In office 1779–1783 |
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| Minister Plenipotentiary to Saxony | |
| In office 1783–1791 |
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| Minister Plenipotentiary to Prussia | |
| In office 1791–1793 |
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| Ambassador to Austria | |
| In office 1793–1794 |
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| Ambassador Extraordinary to Spain | |
| In office 1794–1794 |
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| Envoy Extraordinary to Austria | |
| In office 1794–1799 |
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| Personal details | |
| Born | 8 July 1752 West Auckland, County Durham |
| Died | 6 December 1830 (aged 78) Gumley Hall, Leicestershire |
| Resting place | Watford, Northamptonshire |
| Spouse | Lady Elizabeth Henley |
| Children | 4 |
| Alma mater | Eton College Christ Church, Oxford |
Morton Frederick Eden, who later became the 1st Baron Henley, was an important British diplomat. He was born on July 8, 1752, and lived until December 6, 1830. A diplomat is someone who represents their country in other nations. They help keep peace and good relationships between countries.
Early Life and Education
Morton Frederick Eden was a younger son of Sir Robert Eden, 3rd Baronet. He received a good education, which was common for people of his background. He studied at Eton College, a famous boarding school. After Eton, he continued his education at Christ Church, Oxford, a well-known university.
A Career in Diplomacy
Morton Eden began his career as a diplomat in 1776. He served in many different countries across Europe. His first role was as a Minister in Bavaria from 1776 to 1779. A Minister is a high-ranking diplomat.
After Bavaria, he moved to Copenhagen, the capital of Denmark. He served there from 1779 to 1782. His next posting was in Dresden, Germany, where he worked from 1783 to 1791.
Eden then served in Berlin, Germany, from 1791 to 1793. Following this, he became an Ambassador to Vienna, Austria, from 1793 to 1794. An Ambassador is the highest-ranking diplomat representing their country.
In 1794, he became the Ambassador to Spain. He held this position for a short time, until 1795. He then returned to Vienna, Austria, serving as a Minister again from 1794 to 1799. After many years of service, he retired with a pension. A pension is a regular payment received after retirement.
Titles and Family Life
Morton Eden received several important honors during his life. In 1791, he was made a Knight, which is a special honor given by the King or Queen. In 1794, he was admitted to the Privy Council. This is a group of important advisors to the British monarch.
In 1799, he was given the title of Baron Henley. This made him a member of the nobility, known as a peer. He was then called Lord Henley.
On August 7, 1783, Morton Eden married Lady Elizabeth Henley. She was the youngest daughter of the 1st Earl of Northington. They had four children together. Lord Henley passed away in 1830 at the age of 78. His eldest surviving son, Robert, inherited his title and became the 2nd Baron Henley.
