Past Prime Ministers

Wilson Harold 1964–70 and 1974–6 Labour
Name: Wilson Harold 1964–70 and 1974–6 Labour

Born: 11 March 1916 in Cowlersley, Huddersfield, Yorkshire

First entered Parliament: 5 July 1945

Age he became PM: 48 years, 219 days; 57 years, 358 days

Maiden Speech: 9 October 1945, speaking for the Government in a debate on the amenities and facilities provided for MPs

Total time as PM: Seven years, 279 days

Died: 24 May 1995 in London

Education: Royds Hall Secondary School, Huddersfield; Wirral Grammar School, Bebington; and Jesus College, Oxford

Family: Harold Wilson was the only son and younger of two children. He was married to Gladys Mary Baldwin with two children.

Interests: Athletics, golf

 
 
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