Stafford Cripps

Politician and Chancellor of the Exchequer

Stafford Cripps - Politician and Chancellor of the Exchequer
Born

April 24th, 1889
136 years ago

Died

1952
73 years ago — 63 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

United Kingdom

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An English politician served as Chancellor of the Exchequer from 1947 to 1950. Played a significant role in post-World War II economic policy and fiscal reform. Formerly a member of Parliament, contributed to the Labour Party and was instrumental in the establishment of the National Health Service. Cripps also worked on international economic relations during his career.

Served as Chancellor of the Exchequer

Developed post-war economic policies

Promoted the establishment of the NHS

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