Manufacturer, economist, journalist and public servant. Born Hawick, Scotland. Died Calcutta. Founder in 1843 of the Economist publication. Liberal MP, opponent of the Corn Laws. Founder of the Chartered Bank of India, Australia & China and subsequently First Finance Member of the Viceroy's Council.
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James Wilson
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James Wilson - gone
Marble and said to be 12-foot high but that must be including the pedestal, s...
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Sir William Beveridge
Economist and social reformer. Born William Henry Beveridge in Rangpur, India (now in Bangladesh). He is remembered for the 1942 report 'Social Insurance and Allied Services' (known as the Beveridg...
Person, Economist, Politics & Administration, Indian Sub-continent
1 memorial
1 memorial
John Stuart Mill
Philosopher, economist, advocate of women's rights. Born 13 Rodney Street, Pentonville, son of James Mill. Died in Avignon where he had a house. An exponent of Utilitarianism, a theory developed by...
3 memorials
Henry Fawcett
Economist, politician and educational reformer. Born Salisbury. Blinded in a shooting accident as a young man. The first blind MP. As Postmaster General (1880-4) he developed the parcel post and in...
Person, Economist, Education, Politics & Administration, Social Welfare
5 memorials
Dr Jimmy Mallon
Economist and political activist. Born James Joseph Mallon in Chorlton, Manchester. He served an apprenticeship as a jeweller, and In 1903 joined the Independent Labour Party and the Fabian Society...
1 memorial
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