Jeremy Thorpe
English politician and lawyer
Born
April 29th, 1929
96 years ago
Died
December 4th, 2014
10 years ago — 85 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United Kingdom
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A prominent figure in British politics, this individual served as the leader of the Liberal Party from 1967 to 1976. He represented North Devon in the House of Commons and played a significant role in the party's strategy during the 1970s. Legal challenges and a scandal involving allegations of conspiracy and perjury overshadowed the later years of his political career, leading to his eventual resignation from the party leadership. His political pursuits spanned several decades during a transformative period in British social and political life.
Led the Liberal Party from 1967 to 1976
Served as Member of Parliament for North Devon
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