Christopher Addison, 1st Viscount Addison

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Born19 June 1869, Hogsthorpe, Lincolnshire, England
Died11 December 1951 (aged 82), London, England
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Christopher Addison, 1st Viscount Addison (19 June 1869 – 11 December 1951) was a prominent British physician and politician. He was a key figure in the Labour Party and played a significant role in the development of the National Health Service.

Early Life and Education[edit | edit source]

Christopher Addison was born in Hogsthorpe, Lincolnshire, and was educated at Trinity College, Harrogate and the University of London, where he studied medicine. He qualified as a doctor in 1891 and worked as a physician and surgeon before entering politics.

Political Career[edit | edit source]

Addison's political career began when he was elected as the Member of Parliament (MP) for Hoxton in 1910 as a member of the Liberal Party. He served as Parliamentary Secretary to the Ministry of Munitions during World War I, where he was instrumental in increasing the production of munitions.

In 1916, Addison was appointed Minister of Munitions, succeeding David Lloyd George. He later served as Minister of Reconstruction and was responsible for post-war reconstruction efforts, including housing and health reforms.

Labour Party and Ministerial Roles[edit | edit source]

After joining the Labour Party, Addison held several key ministerial positions. He was appointed Minister of Health in 1929 and again in 1945. During his tenure, he laid the groundwork for the establishment of the National Health Service.

Addison also served as Secretary of State for Dominion Affairs and Leader of the House of Lords under Clement Attlee's government. He was created Viscount Addison in 1945 in recognition of his services.

Legacy[edit | edit source]

Christopher Addison is remembered for his contributions to public health and social welfare in the United Kingdom. His efforts in the establishment of the NHS have had a lasting impact on British society.

Personal Life[edit | edit source]

Addison married twice and had several children. He passed away on 11 December 1951 in London.

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