Interviewed by Jonathan Burton

Who was the Duke of Wellington and what was his background?

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As a military organiser, how great were Wellington’s achievements? How revolutionary were they at the time?

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What did Wellington do after the war ended?

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As a politician, you wouldn’t rate the Duke of Wellington highly?

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When Wellington died, what was the public response?

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What was his funeral actually like? Was it very lavish?

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How has Wellington been remembered since his death and has his legacy changed at all over that time?

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