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Robert Fulke Greville
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Robert Fulke Greville
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| Member of the Great Britain Parliament for Warwick |
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| In office 1774–1780 |
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| Member of Parliament for New Windsor |
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| In office 1796–1800 |
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| Member of Parliament for New Windsor |
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| In office 1801–1806 |
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| Born | 3 February 1751 |
| Died | 27 April 1824 |
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Robert Fulke Greville (born February 3, 1751 – died April 27, 1824) was an important person in British history. He was a British Army officer, a member of the royal court, and a politician. He served in the House of Commons, which is like a parliament, for many years.
He was also a Fellow of the Royal Society (FRS). This means he was part of a special group of scientists and thinkers.
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Robert Greville's Early Life and Military Career
Robert Fulke Greville was born into a famous family. His father was Francis Greville, 1st Earl of Warwick. His mother was Elizabeth Hamilton. He had two older brothers, George Greville, 2nd Earl of Warwick and Charles Francis Greville.
He studied at the University of Edinburgh. In 1768, he joined the army as a cornet in the 10th Dragoons. He moved up the ranks quickly. By 1777, he was a lieutenant-colonel.
Serving King George III
Even though he was a soldier, Robert Greville did not see much fighting. His most important role was working for King George III. From 1781 to 1797, he was an equerry to the King. An equerry is like a personal assistant to a royal family member.
During this time, King George III became very ill. Robert Greville kept detailed diaries about the King's health. These diaries are now very important. They help us understand what happened to the King. Parts of his diaries were even used in a play and a movie called The Madness of King George.
Robert Greville's Political Journey
Being an equerry did not stop Robert Greville from having a career in politics. He became a Member of Parliament for Warwick in 1774. He supported the government of Lord North.
In 1794, he traveled with the King's family to Weymouth. He wrote about this trip in his diary too. That same year, he became a Fellow of the Royal Society.
Representing New Windsor
In 1796, Robert Greville was elected as a Member of Parliament for New Windsor. He held this position for ten years.
In 1797, he married his cousin, Louisa Murray. She was already a Countess and had been married before.
After 1800, he returned to work for the King. He became a Groom of the Bedchamber. This was another important role in the royal household. He continued to keep diaries about the King's life. These diaries are now kept in the Royal Collection.
Connections and Legacy
Robert Greville was well-liked at court. A writer named Fanny Burney called him "Colonel Wellbred." He was known for his good manners.
His brother, Charles Francis, helped create the port of Milford Haven. Robert's son, who was also named Robert Fulke Greville, later tried to improve this port.
Robert Fulke Greville passed away on April 27, 1824.
