Aneurin Bevan – or Nye Bevan – was a Welsh politician who was central to the creation of the National Health Service, which has undoubtedly improved our lives and made us healthier. The NHS is now on the front-line defending us against and defeating Covid 19. But can you research this humble Welsh man who founded it?
Use these links to research Nye Bevan:
Use this video to create a little note book for your research!
In your book have:
- A front cover (picture & title) page 1
- Contents – page 2
- Background (family, where was he from, what did his parents do) page 3
- Early Life (were his family rich or poor, schooling, brothers and sisters) page 4
- Early Adult Life (Jobs, further education, family) page 5
- Politician (where was he an MP for, what Party did he serve, his political beliefs) page 6
- NHS (when was it set up, how was it set up, how was it paid for, where did Nye get the idea from) page 7
Break your book up using sub-headings and bullet point all these key facts. Also make sure you add others facts you find interesting!
