William Russell, 1st duke and 5th earl of Bedford

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William Russell, 1st duke and 5th earl of Bedford (born 1616—died September 7, 1700) was the eldest son of the 4th earl, who fought first on the side of Parliament and then on the side of Charles I during the English Civil War. In general, he played a minor part in politics. His son Lord William Russell (1639–83) was involved in the opposition to Charles II, led by Lord Shaftesbury, and was executed for treason...