Ramsay Macdonald Collection

First Parliamentary Labour (Socialist) Party gathered
The first Parliamentary Labour (Socialist) Party gathered on the terrace of the House of Commons, London, 1906. Ramsay Macdonald is seated third from the left, then Arthur Henderson and next to him

The cabinet of Ramsay MacDonald, 1931, (1935). Creator: Unknown
The cabinet of Ramsay MacDonald, 1931, (1935). British politicians in the newly formed National Government which contained members of the Conservative Party, Liberals

World War Two propaganda poster for the National Government. Dated 20th Century

Ramsay MacDonald, 1900s
3507472 Ramsay MacDonald, 1900s by Ritchie, Alick Penrose Forbes (1868-1938); (add.info.: Players cigarette card depicting James Ramsay MacDonald, (1866-1937) a British statesman

H. M. Hyndman, founder of first British Socialist political party
KDC384127 H.M. Hyndman, founder of first British Socialist political party, illustration from Frank Leslies Popular Monthly, 1886 (engraving) by Leslie

Mr Ramsay MacDonald in the aeroplane in which he flew to London on urgent State business before the declaration of his triumph at the Seaham election. 28th October 1931

Mr Ramsay MacDonald. November 1935

Cabinet of the National Government, 1931, (1933). Creator: Unknown
Cabinet of the National Government, 1931, (1933). Group portrait of British politicians in the newly formed National Government which contained members of the Conservative Party, Liberals

Ramsay MacDonald, first Labour Prime Minister, at Chequers with his his daughter, 1924, (1935). British politician James Ramsay MacDonald (1866-1937) with his daughter Sheila (1910-1994)

Members of Britains first Labour Government, after leaving Buckingham Palace, London, 1924. Prime Minister James Ramsay MacDonald 1866-1937)

Ramsay MacDonald in New York being escorted by Grover Whalen, 1929. Artist:s and G
British Prime Minister Ramsay MacDonald in New York, being escorted by Grover Whalen, 1929. James Ramsay MacDonald (1866-1937) was a British politician and twice Prime Minister of the United Kingdom

James Ramsay MacDonald (1866-1937), British Prime Minister, 1926. MacDonald was a British politician and twice Prime Minister of the United Kingdom

Ramsay Macdonald, first Labour British Prime Minister, leaving Buckingham Palace after being asked by George V to form a government, 1924, (1938)

National Government composed of members from the three main political parties, 1931 (1937). An economic crisis in 1931 led to the resignation of Ramsay MacDonalds Labour government

Ramsay MacDonald, British politician, c1920. Artist: G C Beresford
Ramsay MacDonald, British politician, c1920. Portrait of MacDonald (1866-1937), twice Prime Minister of the United Kingdom

Ramsay MacDonald, British politician, 1910 (1938). Regarded as one of the founder members of the Labour Party, James Ramsay MacDonald (1866-1937)

Ramsay MacDonald, British Prime Minister, 1926. Artist: Alick P F Ritchie
Ramsay MacDonald, British Prime Minister, 1926. Portrait of MacDonald (1866-1937). Cigarette card with straight-line caricature, issued by John Player & Sons

Edith Helen Vane-Tempest-Stewart Marchioness Of Londonderry
EDITORIAL Edith Helen Vane-Tempest-Stewart, Marchioness of Londonderry, nee Chaplin, 1878 - 1959. Noted and influential society hostess in the United Kingdom between World War I and World War II

Members of British Labour Party in 1906
Members of the British Labour Party in, 1906. Second from left is (James) Ramsay Macdonald ( 1866 - 1937) the first British Labour prime minister, and centre is (James) Kier Hardy (1856 - 1915)

The end of Parliament. The Prime Minister and Mr Neville Chamberlain on their way to House of Commons. 10 May 1929

Britains first Labour (Socialist) Cabinet, 1924. From right to left seated are Arthur Henderson, JH Thomas, JR Clynes, Ramsay Macdonald (Prime Minister), Haldane, and Philip Snowden

Second National Ministry under Ramsay Macdonald after the general election of 1931. Mambers of the ministry on the garden steps of 10 Downing Street, London. Bottom left is Ramsay Macdonald

Ramsay Macdonald, first Labour British Prime Minister
Ramsay Macdonald, first Labour (Socialist) British Prime Minister, leaving Buckingham Palace after being asked by George V to form a government - 1924

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Ramsay MacDonald, a prominent British politician, made history as the first leader of the Parliamentary Labour (Socialist) Party. In this captivating photo from 1900s, we catch a glimpse of MacDonald's early days in politics. Alongside him stands H. M. Hyndman, the visionary founder of Britain's first Socialist political party. Fast forward to 1924 when MacDonald achieved another milestone by becoming the first Labour Prime Minister. The image captures him leaving Buckingham Palace with his fellow members of Britain's inaugural Labour Government. Their presence at such an esteemed location symbolizes their ascent into mainstream politics and their commitment to representing the working class. MacDonald's tenure was not without challenges, as evidenced by his formation of a National Government in 1931 during a time of economic crisis. This unprecedented move saw politicians from all three major parties come together to navigate through troubled waters. Intriguingly, another photograph showcases MacDonald in New York City being escorted by Grover Whalen in 1929. This international encounter highlights his growing influence on both sides of the Atlantic and signifies his role as a global statesman. Despite facing criticism for some decisions made during his premiership, Ramsay MacDonald remains an important figure in British political history. His legacy is immortalized through these captivating images that capture significant moments throughout his career - from gathering with like-minded socialists to leading governments and even departing Buckingham Palace after receiving royal recognition. James Ramsay MacDonald left an indelible mark on British politics and society during his lifetime (1866-1937). As we reflect upon these photographs taken between 1900s and 1935, we are reminded of how he shaped our nation's destiny amidst turbulent times while striving for social justice and equality for all citizens.