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Robert Walpole is considered the first Prime Minister (1721-1742)

From lesson

The Georgian Era and the British Empire

From chapter

A Long and Illustrious History

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Who is considered the first British Prime Minister?

William Pitt

Robert Walpole

Oliver Cromwell

Duke of Wellington

Explanation

Robert Walpole is considered the first Prime Minister, serving from 1721 to 1742. He was also the first to live at 10 Downing Street, which remains the PM's official residence. Cromwell was Lord Protector, not Prime Minister.