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“Ernest Bevin had many of the strongest characteristics of the English race. His manliness, his common sense, his rough simplicity, sturdiness and kind heart, easy geniality and generosity, all are qualities which we who live in the southern part of this famous island regard with admiration.”

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Ernest Bevin
Ernest Bevin

British statesman who served as Foreign Secretary, known for his diplomatic policies during World War II. more

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