Politics · 1708–1778
William Pitt, 1st Earl of Chatham — Age, Birthday & Biography
Born: 15 November 1708 · Died: 11 May 1778 · Age at death: 69
How old was William Pitt, 1st Earl of Chatham when he died?
William Pitt, 1st Earl of Chatham died aged 69. He was born on 15 November 1708 and died on 11 May 1778.
British Prime Minister who led the country during the Seven Years' War
Did you know?The American city of Pittsburgh was named in his honour during the Seven Years' War to recognise his political leadership.
William Pitt, 1st Earl of Chatham (15 November 1708 – 11 May 1778) was a British Whig statesman who served as Prime Minister of Great Britain from 1766 to 1768. Historians call him "Chatham" or "Pitt the Elder" to distinguish him from his son William Pitt the Younger, who also served as prime minister.
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- Age at death
- 69
- Years since death
- 248
- Born
- November 15, 1708 · London, United Kingdom
- Died
- May 11, 1778
- Nationality
- British
- Known for
- Politics
Family
- Father
- Robert Pitt
- Mother
- Harriet Villiers
- Spouse
- Hester Pitt, Countess of Chatham
- Children
- William Pitt the Younger, Hester Stanhope, Viscountess Mahon, James Charles Pitt, John Pitt, 2nd Earl of Chatham, Lady Harriet Pitt
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