Stanhope Promoted To Major General
Stanhope advanced to major-general while continuing military and diplomatic work in the Iberian Peninsula.
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James Stanhope Biography and Timeline
Follow James Stanhope through 29 dated historical records for Great Britain.
James Stanhope, historical timeline
A chronological timeline drawn from matching World History Database records.
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1707
1708
Stanhope Commands British Forces In Spain
Stanhope assumed leadership of British land forces engaged in the Spanish theatre of war.
Stanhope Organises Minorca Expedition
Stanhope led the land forces in the successful Allied campaign to capture Minorca.
Stanhope Secures Port Mahon
The conquest of Minorca brought Port Mahon under Allied control, improving British maritime access to the Mediterranean.
1709
Stanhope Promoted To Lieutenant General
Stanhope became a lieutenant-general during his military command in the Spanish theatre.
1710
Stanhope Commands At Almenar
Stanhope played an important role in the Allied victory over Bourbon forces near Almenar in Catalonia.
Stanhope Leads Left At Zaragoza
At Zaragoza, also called Saragossa, Stanhope commanded the Allied left wing in a decisive victory.
Stanhope Advances With Charles Toward Madrid
The Allied army advanced toward Madrid after its victories, temporarily reoccupying the Spanish capital.
Stanhope Rearguard Isolated At Brihuega
Stanhope's force became separated from the main Allied army during the retreat from central Spain.
Stanhope Captured After Brihuega Defence
Stanhope surrendered at Brihuega after his force was overwhelmed by troops under Vendome.
1712
Stanhope Released From Spanish Captivity
Stanhope returned from imprisonment following his capture at Brihuega in December 1710.
1714
Stanhope Supports Hanoverian Succession
Stanhope emerged as an influential Whig statesman after George I succeeded Queen Anne.
Stanhope Appointed Southern Secretary
George I appointed Stanhope secretary of state for the Southern Department in the new Whig government.
1715
Stanhope Supports Government Against Jacobites
As secretary of state, Stanhope helped direct government policy during the Jacobite uprising of 1715.
1716
Stanhope Becomes Northern Secretary
Stanhope moved to the Northern Department, whose responsibilities included diplomatic relations with northern Europe.
Stanhope Advances Anglo French Accord
Stanhope worked toward improved relations with France under the regency of Philippe of Orleans.
1717
Stanhope Raised To Viscountcy
Stanhope was created Viscount Stanhope of Mahon and Baron Stanhope of Elvaston.
Stanhope Becomes Chancellor Of Exchequer
Stanhope became Chancellor of the Exchequer during a ministerial reorganisation.
Stanhope Emerges As Leading Minister
Stanhope became one of the principal figures in government following the division of the Whig leadership.
1718
Stanhope Elevated To Earldom
Stanhope was created Earl Stanhope in recognition of his position within the government.
Stanhope Returns To Northern Department
Stanhope resumed service as Northern Secretary while continuing to direct high-level diplomacy.
Stanhope Negotiates Four Power Alliance
Stanhope helped develop the diplomatic settlement that became the Quadruple Alliance opposing Spanish expansion in Italy.
Stanhope Visits Madrid For Diplomacy
Stanhope took part in direct diplomatic discussions intended to resolve tensions with the Spanish government.
Stanhope Confers With French Regency
Stanhope worked with France on measures to restrain further conflict following the Spanish moves in Italy.
1719
Stanhope Oversees Response To Spanish War
Stanhope helped manage British foreign policy during the conflict against Spain arising from the Quadruple Alliance.
1720
Stanhope Conducts Diplomacy In Paris
Stanhope travelled to Paris on diplomatic business aimed at European peace and cooperation.
Stanhope Undertakes Berlin Diplomatic Mission
Stanhope pursued British diplomatic interests in Berlin amid negotiations over northern European affairs.
Stanhope Government Faces South Sea Crisis
Stanhope's ministry faced public anger as speculation in South Sea Company shares ended in financial collapse.
1721
Stanhope Dies After Parliamentary Debate
Stanhope died after a stroke following intense parliamentary controversy about the South Sea financial disaster.
Records, sources and methodology
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