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Richard Burdon Haldane

Definition: Richard Burdon Haldane, 1st Viscount Haldane (1856-1928), was a Scottish statesman, lawyer, and philosopher. He served as the Secretary of State for War in the United Kingdom from 1905 to 1912 and became influential in military reform and strategy.

Part of Speech: Proper noun

Sense:

1. Scottish statesman, lawyer, and philosopher
2. Secretary of State for War in the United Kingdom

Usage:

• Richard Burdon Haldane was known for his contributions in military reform.
• Viscount Haldane played a crucial role in shaping the military strategy of the United Kingdom.

Sample Sentences:

1. Richard Burdon Haldane was a prominent Scottish statesman and legal expert.
2. Viscount Haldane's ideas on military reform had a lasting impact on the United Kingdom's armed forces.
3. Haldane's philosophical works greatly influenced legal thinking in the early 20th century.
4. The reforms implemented by Richard Burdon Haldane helped modernize the British Army.

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