This Victorian politician, best remembered as the originator of the modern police force, sought to repeal the Corn Laws as a measure to fight the Irish potato famine.
- George Anning
- Sir Robert Peel
- Sir Arthur Wellesly
- Lord Goderich
Answer
The correct answer is B) Sir Robert Peel.
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