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How did Duke of Wellington get his nickname 'iron duke'?

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As Prime Minister (1848-1851) Wellington released the Reform Act which was incredibly unpopular and as a result his home, Apsley House, was frequently stoned. To protect his windows he had iron bars put over them and this is the main reason for his nickname: 'The Iron Duke'

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