Plaque marks former home of assassinated PM Spencer Perceval
Bronze marker placed in 1914 by London County Council commemorates the only British prime minister to be murdered.
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Lindsey House, at 59 Lincolns Inn Fields, the former residence of Spencer Perceval, the only British prime minister to be assassinated, is now empty. A bronze plaque commemorates the Grade I listed building, which was erected in 1914 by London County Council. Perceval, who governed during the Napoleonic wars, moved into the property in July 1792 while building his legal career, later acquiring the adjacent No. 60.
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Born into the aristocracy in 1762, Perceval, as a younger son, did not inherit substantial wealth and pursued a career in law. After being called to the bar in 1786, he became King’s Counsel in 1796, the same year he entered Parliament as the MP for Northampton. He rose through political ranks, serving as Solicitor General and Attorney General before becoming Chancellor of the Exchequer in 1807. Two years later, he achieved the highest office as prime minister, leading the country through significant events including the Napoleonic Peninsular wars and the Luddite riots.
Perceval's life ended dramatically on May 11, 1812, when he was shot in the Houses of Parliament by John Bellingham, a bankrupt merchant. Bellingham, who blamed the British government for his false imprisonment in Russia, was apprehended at the scene. He was swiftly tried, found guilty, and hanged at Newgate Prison one week after the assassination. Perceval was buried at St Luke’s Church in Charlton.
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The former home of Spencer Perceval, Lindsey House, is now privately owned and appears neglected, according to reports. The building, situated behind guarded gates on a historic London square, remains empty.
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+Who was Spencer Perceval and why is he significant?
Spencer Perceval was the only British prime minister to be assassinated. He served during the Napoleonic wars and held office as prime minister from 1809 until his death in 1812.
+Where did Spencer Perceval live?
Spencer Perceval lived at Lindsey House, located at 59 Lincolns Inn Fields. He moved into the property in July 1792 and later acquired the neighbouring No. 60.
+What is the current status of Lindsey House?
Lindsey House, the former home of Spencer Perceval, is now privately owned and stands empty. A bronze plaque was installed on the building in 1914 by London County Council to commemorate Perceval.
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