Earl of Shaftesbury
Noble title
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Earl of Shaftesbury is a title in the Peerage of England. It was created in 1672 for Anthony Ashley-Cooper, 1st Baron Ashley, a prominent politician in the Cabal then dominating the policies of King Charles II. Wikipedia
Creation date: 23 April 1672
Heir apparent: Anthony Ashley-Cooper, Lord Ashley
Motto: LOVE, SERVE
Present holder: Nicholas Ashley-Cooper, 12th Earl of Shaftesbury
Seat(s): St Giles House