He became Home Secretary in 1822, during which term he established the Metropolitan Police Force in London, lending his name to the term "bobby".
Queen Victoria stated that his political party, next to turtle soup and insects, was her least favorite thing in the world. A ship named for him was involved in the Caroline Incident in America. He became Home Secretary in 1822, during which term he established the Metropolitan Police Force in London, lending his name to the term "bobby". He opposed the Great Reform of 1832, while part of the opposition in Parliament. During his term as prime minister, he repealed the Corn Laws shortly before his resignation. For 10 points, name this man who succeeded Wellington and later Melbourne, and is considered the founder of the Conservative Party.
Queen Victoria stated that his political party, next to turtle soup and insects, was her least favorite thing in the world.
Sir Robert {Peel}