Timeline Monday 5 October 1761

Monday 5 October 1761

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1761 William Pitt resigns The British war leader quits over war with Spain William Pitt the Elder resigned as Secretary of State for the Southern Department after the cabinet refused his demand for a pre-emptive war against Spain. His departure left the Earl of Bute dominant in George III's government. Britain went to war with Spain anyway in January 1762.
1761 William Pitt resigns The British war leader quits over war with Spain William Pitt the Elder resigned as Secretary of State for the Southern Department after the cabinet refused his demand for a pre-emptive war against Spain. His departure left the Earl of Bute dominant in George III's government. Britain went to war with Spain anyway in January 1762.