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Assess Disreali's successes during the period 1866 - 1880 in dealing with the varied problems, which faced him as a Party Leader and as Prime Minister.
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Assess Disreali's successes during the period 1866 - 1880 in dealing with the varied problems, which faced him as a Party Leader and as Prime Minister. Disreali was born in 1804 to a Jewish family, although he was later baptised a Christian. This was an important decision and would have considerable affect on his career, as during the time only members of the 'Church of England' could be a Member of Parliament. Disreali became a Member of Parliament in 1837, leader of the Tory Party in 1859, and finally became Prime Minister, at the age of 70 in 1874, Disreali died in 1881. During his time as both Prime Minister and Party Leader he faced many problems at home and abroad especially during the period of 1866 -80. Disreali was known for liking the finer things in life, like nice clothes, social life and women. This lifestyle made people not take...
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