Charles Grey (2nd Earl Grey)

Charles Grey, the 2nd Earl Grey, was a British statesman who served as Prime Minister from 1830 to 1834. He is best known for leading significant reforms, including the abolition of slavery within the British Empire and the passing of the Reform Act 1832, which expanded voting rights and modernized parliamentary representation. Grey was a member of the Whig party and played a key role in shaping 19th-century British politics and social progress. The famous Earl Grey tea is named after him, flavored with bergamot oil, reflecting his prominence in British history.