Barnett Stross
Barnett Stross
Barnett Stross (Template:IPA-en) is a notable figure in the field of medicine and politics. He was born on December 25, 1899, and died on May 7, 1967.
Etymology
The name "Barnett" is of Old English origin, meaning "burned clearing". The surname "Stross" is of German origin, which is a variant of "Strauss", meaning "ostrich".
Medical Career
Barnett Stross was a General Practitioner in Stoke-on-Trent before he ventured into politics. He was known for his dedication to his patients and his advocacy for better health care services. He was instrumental in the establishment of the National Health Service (NHS) in the United Kingdom.
Political Career
Stross was a Labour Party politician. He served as the Member of Parliament (MP) for Hanley from 1945 to 1950, and for Stoke-on-Trent Central from 1950 to 1966. He was known for his work on improving working conditions, particularly in the pottery industry.
Related Terms
- General Practitioner
- National Health Service
- Labour Party (UK)
- Member of Parliament
- Hanley (UK Parliament constituency)
- Stoke-on-Trent Central (UK Parliament constituency)
- Pottery industry
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Barnett Stross
- Wikipedia's article - Barnett Stross
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