Life of the week: the Duke of Wellington
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Misconceptions about the Duke of Wellington and his association with Wellington boots
In this chapter, they discuss some misconceptions about the Duke of Wellington, including the origins of his nickname 'Iron Shutters' and the misattribution of the famous quote 'being born in a stable doesn't make a man a horse'. They also mention Wellington's association with Wellington boots due to his interest in fashion.
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