Field Marshal Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington, born Wesley, was a British Army officer and statesman. A leading figure in early nineteenth century British politics, Wellesley served as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom and as Commander-in-Chief of the Forces.
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British commander opposing Napoleon; also led British-led forces to victory at the Battle of Vitoria in 1813 during the Peninsular War, part of the same wars.
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was a British Army officer and statesman
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1 May 1769
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14 September 1852
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Infobox birth date: 1769-5-1
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Infobox: born 1769-5-1; died 1852-9-14
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