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Much more successful was the menagerie of animals James kept here for his entertainment, |
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exotic birds, camels, even an elephant, |
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who was given a daily ration of a gallon of wine. |
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It wasn't until 100 years later, |
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in 1708, that a house was built on the exact spot where the Palace now stands. 1708 |
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Today, all that remains of that house |
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is the name of its owner, the Duke of Buckingham. |
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Soldier, politician, intrepid seafarer, |
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but also so disliked at court for his arrogance, |
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he was nicknamed "Lord All pride". |
