William Legge, 2nd Earl of Dartmouth, styled as Viscount Lewisham from 1732 to 1750, was a British statesman who served as Secretary of State for the Colonies from 1772 to 1775, during the initial stages of the American Revolution. He is also the namesake of Dartmouth College.

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Occupation: politician
Position held: President of the Board of Trade, Secretary of State for the Colonies, Lord Privy Seal
Citizenship: Kingdom of Great Britain
Born: June 20, 1731
Died

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William Legge, 2nd Earl of Dartmouth

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About William Legge, 2nd Earl of Dartmouth

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Occupation: politician
Position held: President of the Board of Trade, Secretary of State for the Colonies, Lord Privy Seal
Citizenship: Kingdom of Great Britain
Born: June 20, 1731
Died

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July 15, 1801

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