When did Barclay become the Minister of War?
1810
1806
1812
1813
Answer
In 1810, Charles Barclay was appointed as the Minister of War, a position he held until 1812. During his tenure, Barclay oversaw the British Army's operations during the Napoleonic Wars, including the Peninsular War in Spain and Portugal. He was responsible for managing the army's budget, recruitment, and logistics, and for coordinating with the Royal Navy to ensure the smooth deployment of troops and supplies.
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