Clement Attlee

British Prime Minister post-WWII

Clement Attlee - British Prime Minister post-WWII
Born

January 3rd, 1883
142 years ago

Died

October 8th, 1967
57 years ago — 84 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

United Kingdom

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Served as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom from 1945 to 1951. Oversaw the establishment of the National Health Service and nationalization of key industries. Led the Labour Party during a transformative period in British politics following World War II.

Implemented the post-war nationalization program

Founded the National Health Service in 1948

Promoted social welfare measures

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