This man's five-hour "Civis Romanus sum" speech clarified his belief in the British military's ability to protect citizens abroad during the Don Pacifico affair.
Following a short stint as a Lieutenant-Colonel of the Romsey Volunteers, this man gave his first speech in front of Parliament where he spoke in favor of the destruction of the Danish navy. This man authorized the running of the Russian blockade of Circassia by the Vixen as part of his policy to support the Ottoman Empire. This man's five-hour "Civis Romanus sum" speech clarified his belief in the British military's ability to protect citizens abroad during the Don Pacifico affair. After ending Britain's involvement in the Crimean War and facing a cotton import crisis, this man helped ease the tensions caused by the Trent Affair. For 10 points, name this Liberal foreign Minister and Prime Minister of the U.K. who was in office during the American Civil War.
Following a short stint as a Lieutenant-Colonel of the Romsey Volunteers, this man gave his first speech in front of Parliament where he spoke in favor of the destruction of the Danish navy.
Lord Palmerston [or Henry John Temple, 3rd Viscount Palmerston]