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Poster Print : John Anderson, 1st Viscount Waverley (1882-1958), Scottish politician and administrator
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John Anderson, 1st Viscount Waverley (1882-1958), Scottish politician and administrator
John Anderson, 1st Viscount Waverley, Scottish Conservative politician and administrator. After a civil service career which culminated with the post of Governor of Bengal from 1932-1938, Anderson entered politics. After being elected an MP in 1938, he held various ministerial posts in the government. He was Lord Privy Seal (1938-1939), Home Secretary and Minister for Home Security (1939-1940), Lord President of the Council (1940-1943) and Chancellor of the Exchequer (1943-1945). As home secretary he commissioned the design of a simple inexpensive air-raid shelter which was named after him. When Chancellor he introduced the PAYE (Pay As You Earn) system of income tax. He lost his seat in Parliament in 1950 and was created a Viscount in 1952
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18x24 inch Poster Print
Bring a piece of historical Scottish politics into your home or office with our stunning poster print of John Anderson, 1st Viscount Waverley. This elegant black and white portrait, captured by the skilled artist Sir John Anderson, showcases the distinguished face of this notable figure. As a Scottish Conservative politician and administrator, Viscount Waverley held the prestigious position of Governor of Bengal from 1932-1938. Add this captivating piece to your collection and relive the past with the Media Storehouse range of high-quality poster prints.
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Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 46.3cm x 61.6cm (18.2" x 24.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print captures the distinguished figure of John Anderson, 1st Viscount Waverley, a prominent Scottish politician and administrator. Born in 1882, Anderson's career began in the civil service where he rose to become Governor of Bengal from 1932-1938. Transitioning into politics, he was elected as an MP in 1938 and went on to hold various ministerial positions within the government. Notably, Anderson served as Lord Privy Seal (1938-1939), Home Secretary and Minister for Home Security (1939-1940), Lord President of the Council (1940-1943), and Chancellor of the Exchequer (1943-1945). During his tenure as Home Secretary, he commissioned the design of a simple yet affordable air-raid shelter that became known as "Anderson Shelters" named after him. As Chancellor of the Exchequer, Anderson introduced the PAYE system which revolutionized income tax collection. Despite losing his seat in Parliament in 1950, he was granted a viscountcy two years later for his contributions to public service. This portrait showcases Sir John Anderson's dignified presence and statesman-like demeanor. It serves as a reminder of his significant role during World War II when Britain faced immense challenges both domestically and internationally. A true patriot dedicated to serving his countrymen, this photograph is a testament to Anderson's enduring legacy as an influential member of British politics during one of its most critical periods.
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