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Episode 241 - Nye Bevan and the founding of the National Health Service
Episode 241 - Nye Bevan and the founding of the National Health Service
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45 minutes
Released:
Nov 16, 2023
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Podcast episode
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Today, we’re looking back at the story of the man who brought free healthcare to the UK in the years after the Second World War. Aneurin Bevan – also known as Nye Bevan – was the founding father of the National Health Service or NHS, which 75 years on, remains at the heart of British life.
Joining us to discuss Bevan’s life and legacy, and the London blue plaque commemorating his achievements, is senior historian for the blue plaques scheme, Howard Spencer.
To learn more about our London blue plaques scheme, go to www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/blue-plaques.
Joining us to discuss Bevan’s life and legacy, and the London blue plaque commemorating his achievements, is senior historian for the blue plaques scheme, Howard Spencer.
To learn more about our London blue plaques scheme, go to www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/blue-plaques.
Released:
Nov 16, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode
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