James Cardigan (1st Baron Cardigan)

James Thomas Brudenell, 1st Baron Cardigan, was a British aristocrat and military officer known for leading the famous Charge of the Light Brigade during the Crimean War in 1854. Born into nobility in 1797, he had a distinguished military career, though his leadership in the cavalry charge became controversial and symbolized both bravery and tragic misjudgment. He was also a politician and peer, holding the title of Baron Cardigan. His legacy is remembered for his military service, complex personality, and the dramatic, historic event in which he played a central role.