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Parliamentary Vote of No Confidence

When
30 January 1855
Where
Parliament
Part of
Lord Aberdeen resigns as Prime Minister over the Crimean War

Parliament voted 305 to 148 to investigate war mismanagement, leading Aberdeen to resign as Prime Minister.

The vote was interpreted as a loss of confidence. Aberdeen resigned on 30 January 1855, ending his coalition government. This event was driven by criticism of the Crimean War's management and opposition pressure.

Sources

  1. Crimean War Wikipedia, revision of 2026-10-04
  2. Henry John Temple, 3rd Viscount Palmerston Wikipedia, revision of 2026-10-03

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