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The Duke of Marlborough
John Churchill - The Duke of Marlborough
£2.00
This card bears the image of John Churchill, the first Duke of Marlborough, born 1650, died 1722.
The Duke was one of England’s finest generals and was beloved by his men. Corporal John was a term of affection used by the soldiers to refer to the Duke and of all the names and titles awarded him this was one of his favourites. There’s a biography of the Duke on the rear of the card, and a little more information about the term Corporal John.