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Appointment as Lord Chancellor
- When
- 17 November 1672
- Where
- England
Ashley-Cooper was named Lord Chancellor of England in November 1672, replacing his role as Chancellor of the Exchequer.
On 17 November 1672, King Charles II appointed Ashley-Cooper as Lord Chancellor of England. This promotion coincided with Sir John Duncombe replacing him as Chancellor of the Exchequer, marking a significant shift in his senior political responsibilities.
Sources
- Anthony Ashley Cooper, 1st Earl of Shaftesbury Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-25
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