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Joseph Grimond, Baron Grimond, CH, CBE, TD, PC (/ ˈ ɡ r ɪ m ə n d /; 29 July 1913 – 24 October 1993) was a British politician, leader of the Liberal Party for eleven years from 1956 to 1967 and again briefly on an interim basis in 1976.
Jo Grimond (born July 29, 1913, St. Andrews, Fife, Scot.—died Oct. 24, 1993, Kirkwall, Orkney Islands) was the leader of the British Liberal Party during its resurgence after World War II. Educated at Eton and the University of Oxford, Grimond was called to the bar in 1937.
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Learn about the life and achievements of Jo Grimond, the charismatic and influential leader of the Liberal Party from 1956 to 1967. He transformed the party into a formidable force, challenged the two-party system, and advocated for small-scale industry and decentralisation.
Joseph (Jo) Grimond was born 100 years ago, on 29 July 1913. As leader of the Liberal Party from 1956 to 1967, Grimond made a diference not just to the fortunes of his party but to British politics, helping to end the two-party mould into which Britain had seemed to settle.
Quick Facts Leader of the Liberal Party, President ... Close. Grimond was a long-term supporter of Scottish home rule; and, during his leadership, he successfully advocated for the Liberal Party to support the abolition of Britain's nuclear arsenal. Oops something went wrong:
Learn how Jo Grimond, who became Liberal leader in 1956, transformed the party from a marginal force to a credible challenger of the two main parties. Discover his achievements in media, policy, membership, and organisation, and how he exploited the opportunities of the post-war era.
The Liberal Party’s revival under Jo Grimond’s leadership during the late 1950s and early 1960s was a seminal episode in modern British politics. After years in the political wilderness, the Liberals returned to public prominence, gained new support, and started winning by-elections.
