This man was convicted of corruption in 1712 and spent time in the Tower of London.
This man was convicted of corruption in 1712 and spent time in the Tower of London. This founding member of the Kit-Cat Club was forced to resign from Parliament following British military defeats in the War of Jenkins' Ear. He earlier gained prominence after his successful handling of the (*) South Sea Bubble. For 10 points, name this Whig politician, who is considered to be Great Britain's first prime minister.
This man was convicted of corruption in 1712 and spent time in the Tower of London.
Robert {Walpole}