Noun
Englishman and Whig statesman who (under George I) was effectively the first British prime minister (1676-1745)
Source: WordNetKing George I called on Robert Walpole, well known for his political and financial acumen, to handle the emergency. Source: Internet
In 1741–42 Sterne wrote political articles supporting the administration of Sir Robert Walpole for a newspaper founded by his uncle but soon withdrew from politics in disgust. Source: Internet
Wharton's club came to an end in 1721 when George I, under the influence of Wharton's political enemies (namely Robert Walpole ) put forward a Bill "against 'horrid impieties'" (or immorality), aimed at the Hellfire Club. Source: Internet
A series of paintings and sculptures by one of the UK’s most controversial artists have been installed at the lavish country house, built for Britain’s first prime minister Sir Robert Walpole, in March this year. Source: Internet
Mercantilist policies were also embraced throughout much of the Tudor and Stuart periods, with Robert Walpole being another major proponent. Source: Internet
Robert Walpole managed to wind it down with minimal political and economic damage, although some losers fled to exile or committed suicide. Source: Internet