Secretary at War
Henry St John becomes Secretary at War and handles army administration during Marlborough's campaigns.
Role range: 1704-1708
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Henry St John Biography and Timeline
Follow Henry St John through 6 dated historical records for England.
Henry St John, historical timeline
A chronological timeline drawn from matching World History Database records.
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1704–1712Years on this page
1704
1705
Army Supply
St John works on army supply and military administration while English forces fight in Europe and Spain.
Role range: 1704-1708
1710
Secretary of State
St John returns to high office as Secretary of State in the Tory ministry.
Role range: 1710-1714
1711
Peace Policy
St John supports the ministry's move toward peace and reduced commitment to the Grand Alliance.
Role range: 1710-1714
Secret Peace Talks
Opens secret talks with France to end the war.
Role range: 1701-1714 – 1710-1714
1712
Suspension of Arms
Arranges suspension of arms with France.
Role range: 1701-1714 – 1710-1714
Records, sources and methodology
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