Henry Addington, 1st Viscount Sidmouth 1757 – 1844

Biography

Henry Addington, 1st Viscount Sidmouth, was born on May 30, 1757, in the London Borough of Camden. He rose to prominence in British politics and served as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom from 1801 to 1804, a period marked by significant challenges facing the nation. His leadership during these formative years left an imprint on the country’s governance and political landscape.

Addington lived a long life spanning nearly nine decades, witnessing profound transformations in British society and politics. He passed away on February 15, 1844, at White Lodge, leaving behind a legacy as one of the nation’s chief executives during the early years of the nineteenth century. His final resting place is St Mary the Virgin Church in Mortlake, located in the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames, where he was laid to rest among his community.