Framed Print : Sir Kingsley Wood (1881-1943)
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Sir Kingsley Wood (1881-1943)
Photograph of Sir Kingsley Wood, the Conservative MP, seen in 1938 - the year that he held the posts of Minister of Health and Secretary of State for Air. As Chancellor of the Exchequer, between 1940 and 1943, he devised the pay-as-you-earn income tax system
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1800 1881 1938 1943 Chancellor Conservative Devised Earn Exchequer Health Held Income Kingsley Minister Posts Secretary System Year
12"x10" Modern Frame
Bring a piece of historical charm into your home or office with our Framed Prints featuring Sir Kingsley Wood from Media Storehouse. This striking photograph, taken in 1938, captures the Conservative MP in the midst of his tenure as both Minister of Health and Secretary of State for Air. The high-quality print is sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online and is now available in a beautifully designed frame, adding an elegant touch to any space. Relive the past and celebrate British political history with this captivating piece.
10x8 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexi glass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
Contemporary Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 25.4cm (12" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Sir Kingsley Wood (1881-1943): A Pivotal Figure in British Politics and Economic History This evocative photograph captures Sir Kingsley Wood, the Conservative Member of Parliament (MP), in the year 1938. At this time, Wood held two significant posts in the British government: Minister of Health and Secretary of State for Air. His tenure in these roles saw him overseeing critical aspects of national health and defense during a period of increasing political and international tension. However, Wood's most enduring legacy lies in his later service as Chancellor of the Exchequer between 1940 and 1943. During this period, he devised the groundbreaking pay-as-you-earn (PAYE) income tax system. This innovative approach revolutionized the British tax system, making it more efficient and fair, and paving the way for modern tax collection methods. Born on December 7, 1881, Wood's political career began in earnest in the early 1900s. He served as an MP from 1910 until his death in 1943. In addition to his work in health, defense, and finance, Wood also held important roles in the Ministry of Food and the Ministry of Supply during World War II. His import and export duties played a crucial role in maintaining the British economy during this time. This photograph, taken in 1938, offers a glimpse into the life of a man who played a pivotal role in shaping British politics and economic history. Wood's introduction of the PAYE system remains a testament to his vision and commitment to improving the lives of ordinary people through effective government policy.
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