Frederick Lord North

ModernPoliticianGreat Britain1732 — 1792

PM who lost the American colonies.

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Quick Facts

Born

1732

Died

1792

Country

Great Britain

Era

Modern

Occupation

Politician

Score Overview

Military (10%)37

Political (20%)35

Influence (20%)56

Legacy (20%)52

Leadership (15%)67

Strategy (15%)60

Total Score51.9

Frederick Lord North — Complete Timeline

1773 AD

Passage of the Tea ActPolitical Action◆ Major

North's government passed the Tea Act, which granted the British East India Company a monopoly on tea sales in the colonies. This act led to the Boston Tea Party and escalated tensions.

American RevolutionTea ActBoston Tea Party

Impact: globaldestructive

1774 AD

Passage of the Intolerable ActsPolitical Action◆ Major

In response to the Boston Tea Party, North's government passed the Coercive Acts (Intolerable Acts). These acts closed Boston Harbor and altered Massachusetts' charter, uniting the colonies against Britain.

American RevolutionCoercive ActsColonial Policy

Impact: globaldestructive

1782 AD

Resignation as Prime MinisterPolitical Action◆ Major

North resigned as Prime Minister in March 1782 after the British defeat at Yorktown. His resignation effectively ended his political career and marked the loss of the American colonies.

American RevolutionPrime MinisterResignation

Impact: globaltragic