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Gaitskell, Hugh (Todd Naylor)(born April 9, 1906, London, Eng.—died Jan. 18, 1963, London) British politician. He taught political economy at the University of London and in World War II served in the ministry of economic warfare. He entered the House of Commons in 1945 and became minister of fuel and power (1947–50) and chancellor of the Exchequer (1950–51). Chosen to succeed Clement R. Attlee as Labour Party leader in 1955, he reunited the party and moderated its policies before his sudden death. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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