Description: (Politician)
William Cavendish, 5th Duke of Devonshire, was a distinguished British nobleman, aristocrat, and politician. He served in key roles including Lord High Treasurer of Ireland, Governor of Cork, and Lord Lieutenant of Derbyshire. Despite multiple invitations to join the Cabinet, he consistently declined. He was honored as a Knight of the Order of the Garter. His marriage to Georgiana, Duchess of Devonshire, is a well-known aspect of his life, and he engaged in significant endeavors like commissioning portraits while traveling in Italy.