Debate in the House of Commons, May 3, 1836, on the Appointment of . Lord Brudenell . to the 11Th Light Dragoons

Parliament Commons, Proc, Will. Iv

ISBN 10: 0371951267 / ISBN 13: 9780371951262

Published by HardPress Ltd, 2021

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• Title: Debate in the House of Commons, May 3, 1836, on the Appointment of . Lord Brudenell . to the 11Th Light Dragoons
• Publisher: HardPress Ltd
• Publication Date: 2021
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0371951267
• ISBN 13: 9780371951262
• Binding: Paperback / softback
• Condition: New
• Weight: 526 grams

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Debate In The House Of Commons, May 3, 1836, On The Appointment Of. Lord Brudenell. To The 11Th Light Dragoons — Unknown records a detailed exchange in the British House of Commons over the propriety of appointing Lieutenant-Colonel Lord Brudenell to command the 11th Light Dragoons. The discussion centers on ministerial responsibility for army appointments, and the limits of the Crown's prerogative, with speakers arguing about accountability to Parliament and the proper balance between discipline and political influence. Brudenell defends his conduct and argues that past censures should not preclude future service, while citing testimonials from senior officers in support of his restoration. The debate also considers whether Parliament should review military decisions and the appropriateness of using Select Committees in such matters. The House ultimately divided on the motion, with 42 in favor and 322 against, defeating the call for a committee to inquire into the Commander-in-Chief’s conduct. The text illustrates tensions between parliamentary oversight and military tradition in 19th-century Britain.