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The Duke of Wellington

Professor Gary Sheffield describes the political talents of the Duke of Wellington

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A cartoon depicting the Duke of Wellington, who demands attention outside a house, while the Duke of Argyll, inside with Harriette Wilson, pretends not to recognise him.
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