William Russell, Lord Bedford
British noble
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William Russell, 1st Duke and 5th Earl of Bedford (1616–1700) was an English nobleman who played a minor role in politics. His father fought in the English Civil War on both sides. Russell's son, Lord William Russell, was executed for treason in 1683 for his involvement in the opposition to Charles II. The 5th Earl was granted a dukedom in 1694, partly due to his son's reputation as a patriot-martyr. He was succeeded by his grandson and then his great-grandson.1
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