John Maclean

Scottish educator and socialist activist

John Maclean - Scottish educator and socialist activist
Born

1879
146 years ago

Died

November 30th, 1923
101 years ago — 44 years old

Category

Activists & Humanitarians

Country

Scotland

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An educator and revolutionary socialist activist contributed to the labor movement in Scotland. Focused on workers' rights, advocated for social change, and emphasized the importance of education and social justice. Engaged in political activities and became a prominent figure in the Scottish Labour Party, influencing socialist thought and practice. Continued to promote revolutionary ideas through public speaking and writing until death in 1923.

Organized Scottish Socialist Party events

Promoted educational reform in Scotland

Influenced early 20th-century labor activism

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