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A portrait of Sidney Webb
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A portrait of Sidney Webb
Sidney James Webb (1859-1947) founded the Fabian Society in 1884 and became an active member of the Labour Party between 1924-1931. Date: 6th June 1894
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1859 1884 1894 1931 1947 Active Fabian Founded Labour Member Sidney Webb 1924
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This striking portrait captures the intellectual intensity and determination of Sidney Webb (1859-1947), a founding father of the Fabian Society in 1884 and a pivotal figure in British political history. The photograph, taken on the 6th of June, 1894, by ILN (Illustrated London News), reveals Webb's piercing gaze and the furrowed lines on his forehead, which suggest the depth of thought and commitment he brought to his political pursuits. Born on the 17th of December, 1859, Webb played a significant role in shaping the Labour Party's policies between 1924 and 1931. His influence extended beyond the Fabian Society and the Labour Party, as he was a leading figure in the development of the welfare state and social policy in the UK. Webb's legacy continues to shape modern political discourse, particularly in the areas of social welfare, housing, and labor relations. The Fabian Society, which Webb co-founded with George Bernard Shaw and others, was a socialist study circle that advocated for gradual reform through parliamentary means. The society's name was inspired by the Roman general Quintus Fabius Maximus Verrucosus Cunctator, who was known for his strategy of wearing down his enemies through protracted warfare. Webb and his colleagues adopted this approach to political change, believing that incremental progress was more achievable than revolutionary upheaval. This portrait of Sidney Webb serves as a powerful reminder of the enduring impact of his ideas and the importance of incremental change in shaping the political landscape of the 20th century.
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