Ernest Bevin in London

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This bust of Ernest Bevin was 3D scanned and printed as part of a local restoration project partnered with Islington council. Learn more about it at this link. Ernest Bevin, born on March 9, 1881, and passed away on April 14, 1951, was a highly influential British politician, trade union leader, and Labour party member. He co-founded and served as general secretary of the powerful Transport and General Workers' Union from 1922 to 1940, playing a key role in shaping Britain's labour supply during wartime. As Minister of Labour in the coalition government, Bevin successfully maximized British labor for both armed services and domestic industrial production with minimal strikes and disruptions. Bevin's most notable position was Foreign Secretary in the post-war Labour Government from 1945 to 1951. He secured crucial American financial support, strongly opposed communism, and played a significant role in establishing NATO. His tenure also marked the end of the Mandate of Palestine and the creation of the State of Israel. This object is part of "Scan The World," a non-profit initiative launched by MyMiniFactory to create a digital archive of fully 3D printable sculptures, artworks, and landmarks from around the world for public access. Scan The World is an open-source community effort where anyone can contribute interesting items for scanning. If you have something unique that you'd like to share, email stw@myminifactory.com to learn how you can help.