Biography, UK, Prime Minister, Sir Henry Campbell to Bannerman (1905 to 1908)
Biography, UK, Prime Minister, Sir Henry Campbell to Bannerman (1905 to 1908)
Sir Henry Campbell-Bannerman was the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom from 1905 to 1908.
He was a member of the Liberal Party, and was the first Prime Minister of the party since 1885.
He was a key proponent of social reform, such as the introduction of old age pensions.
He was the first Prime Minister to be born in the British Isles, having been born in Scotland.
He served in the Cabinet as Secretary of State for War, and Leader of the House of Commons.
He was a popular figure among the public, and was known for his wit and humour.
He also served as a Member of Parliament from 1880 to 1908.
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