Anthony Eden
Anthony Eden
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Full Name and Common Aliases
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Robert Anthony Eden was a British politician who is commonly known as Anthony Eden.
Birth and Death Dates
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Born on June 12, 1897, in London, England, Anthony Eden passed away on January 15, 1977, at the age of 79.
Nationality and Profession(s)
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Eden was a British national and held the professions of politician, diplomat, and statesman throughout his life.
Early Life and Background
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Anthony Eden was born into an aristocratic family. His father, Sir William Eden, was a diplomat who served as the British ambassador to Austria-Hungary from 1906-1919. As a result, Anthony spent much of his childhood in Europe, where he developed a strong interest in foreign affairs.
Eden's early education took place at Eton College, followed by Christ Church, Oxford University. During World War I, Eden joined the British Army and served in various roles until being invalided out due to poor health. This experience shaped his views on international relations and diplomacy.
Major Accomplishments
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Anthony Eden rose through the ranks of politics, becoming a Member of Parliament (MP) in 1923. He served in various cabinet positions throughout his career, including:
Under-Secretary for Foreign Affairs (1929-1935): In this role, Eden gained valuable experience in international diplomacy.
Minister Without Portfolio (1935-1937): Eden became a key advisor to Prime Minister Neville Chamberlain during the early stages of World War II.
Foreign Secretary (1951-1955): As Foreign Secretary, Eden played a crucial role in shaping British foreign policy and navigating the Cold War.
Notable Works or Actions
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Some notable works and actions of Anthony Eden include:
Egypt Crisis: In 1952, Eden helped negotiate an agreement with Egypt to withdraw British troops from Suez. However, he faced opposition from other countries and was eventually forced to abandon plans for military intervention.
* Suez Canal Crisis: Eden played a significant role in the 1956 Suez Crisis, leading Britain's involvement alongside France and Israel to regain control of the Suez Canal.
Impact and Legacy
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Anthony Eden's legacy is complex. While he demonstrated strong leadership during times of crisis, his actions were often criticized by historians and politicians alike. His handling of the Suez Crisis, in particular, has been widely debated.
Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered
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Despite the controversies surrounding his actions, Anthony Eden remains an important figure in British history due to his significant contributions to international diplomacy and his commitment to maintaining peace during tumultuous times.
Quotes by Anthony Eden
Responding to the question “If Mr. Stalin dies, what will be the effect on international affairs?” That is a good question for you to ask, not a wise question for me to answer.
There is now doubt in our minds that Nasser, whether he likes it or not, is now effectively in Russian hands, just as Mussolini was in Hitler’s. It would be as ineffective to show weakness to Nasser now in order to placate him as it was to show weakness to Mussolini.
Anthony’s father was a mad baronet and his mother a very beautiful woman. That’s Anthony-half mad baronet, half beautiful woman.
Our quarrel is not with Egypt, still less with the Arab world. It is with Colonel Nasser. He has shown that he is not a man who can be trusted to keep an agreement. Now he has torn up all his country’s promises to the Suez Canal Company and has even gone back on his own statements.
I am one of a rare breed of true politicians who definitely say what they may or may not mean with absolute certainty.
There is now doubt in our minds that Nasser, whether he likes it or not, is now effectively in Russian hands, just as Mussolini was in Hitler's. It would be as ineffective to show weakness to Nasser now in order to placate him as it was to show weakness to Mussolini.
Nothing is more destructive of human dignity than a rule which imposes a mute and blind obedience.