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“I am not ashamed to say that I am the son of a washerwoman.”

Quote by John Burns

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John Burns, a prominent British politician, was born on October 20, 1858, and passed away on January 24, 1943. He was a distinguished social reformer and Labour Party leader, serving as the Mayor of London and playing a significant role in British politics. more

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