Arthur Neville Chamberlain (Noun)
Meaning
British statesman who as Prime Minister pursued a policy of appeasement toward fascist Germany (1869-1940).
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- Arthur Neville Chamberlain is best remembered for his policy of appeasement toward Nazi Germany, which ultimately proved ineffective in preventing World War II.
- The policy of appeasement pursued by Prime Minister Arthur Neville Chamberlain has been widely criticized as ineffective and even treasonous by some historians.
- Arthur Neville Chamberlain served as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom from May 28, 1937, until his resignation on May 10, 1940.
- Arthur Neville Chamberlain was the leader of the Conservative Party from May 1937 until October 1940, playing a crucial role in shaping British policy toward Nazi Germany.
- The decision by Arthur Neville Chamberlain to return from Munich and declare 'peace for our time' marked a turning point in British policy toward Nazi Germany, which would eventually prove short-lived.