asquith
asquith — biographical name
1. Herbert Henry Asquith (1852–1928), a British politician who led the Liberal Part
Herbert Henry Asquith (1852–1928), a British politician who led the Liberal Party and served as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom from 1908 to 1916. His government introduced the Parliament Act that limited the power of the House of Lords, and he led Britain into the First World War. He is often referred to simply as Asquith.
A new book examines Asquith's role in the 1911 Act limiting the Lords' power.
collocation: Asquith's role in [historical event]
The history professor explained how Asquith's Liberal government introduced old-age pensions and national insurance.
collocation: Asquith's [government / role / decision]
Asquith led the last government made up entirely of House of Commons members.
Students of British history study how Asquith handled the crisis over Irish Home Rule.
The museum displayed original letters written by Asquith during the First World War.
用法筆記
In British political writing, Asquith is often referred to by his surname alone. When full formality is required, his title 'H. H. Asquith' or 'the Earl of Oxford and Asquith' is used.