Sir Edward Grey, 1st Viscount Grey of Fallodon (1862-1933), was a British statesman and a key figure in the early 20th century, best known for his role as Foreign Secretary from 1905 to 1916. He played a significant part in shaping British foreign policy, particularly in the lead-up to and during World War I, advocating for alliances with France and Russia. Grey is often remembered for his famous remark about the lights going out in Europe, symbolizing the onset of the war. His diplomatic efforts aimed to maintain peace but ultimately failed as tensions escalated into global conflict.
Sir John de Grey died in 1266.
Sir Edward Coey was born in 1805.
Edward Grey died on September 7, 1933 at the age of 71.
Edward Burra died on October 22, 1976.
Sir Edward Creasy died on January 17, 1878 at the age of 65.
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Edward Grey was born on April 25, 1862.
Edward Grey was born on April 25, 1862.
Sir John de Grey died in 1266.
Sir Edward Coey died in 1887.
Sir Edward Coey was born in 1805.
Sir Edward Bullock died in 1644.
Sir Edward Bullock was born in 1580.
Sir Edward Carne was born in 1500.
Sir Edward Carne died in 1561.
Edward Grey died on September 7, 1933 at the age of 71.