Manufacturer, economist, journalist and public servant. Born Hawick, Scotland. Died Calcutta. Founder in 1843 of the Economist publication. Liberal MP, opponent of the Corn Laws. Founder of the Chartered Bank of India, Australia & China and subsequently First Finance Member of the Viceroy's Council.
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James Wilson
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James Wilson - gone
Marble and said to be 12-foot high but that must be including the pedestal, s...
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Henry Fawcett
Economist, politician and educational reformer. Born Salisbury. Blinded in a shooting accident as a young man. The first blind MP. As Postmaster General (1880-4) he developed the parcel post and in...
Person, Economist, Education, Politics & Administration, Social Welfare
5 memorials
1 memorial
John Stuart Mill
Philosopher, economist, advocate of women's rights. Born 13 Rodney Street, Pentonville, son of James Mill. Died in Avignon where he had a house. An exponent of Utilitarianism, a theory developed by...
3 memorials
Adam Smith
Scottish philosopher and economist best known for "The Wealth of Nations", his pioneering book on free trade and market economics.
2 memorials
David Ricardo
Born East London, 36 Broad Street Buildings.
1 memorial
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