David Lloyd George
Welsh Prime Minister and politician
Born
January 17th, 1863
162 years ago
Died
March 26th, 1945
80 years ago — 82 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United Kingdom
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Served as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom from 1916 to 1922. Played a significant role in domestic reforms and in the establishment of the welfare state. Instrumental in the negotiation of the Treaty of Versailles after World War I, which aimed to create lasting peace in Europe. His leadership during the war emphasized national mobilization and economic management. Associated with the Liberal Party, he contributed to numerous social reforms that shaped modern Britain.
Served as Prime Minister during World War I
Negotiated the Treaty of Versailles
Promoted social reforms for the welfare state
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