William Edward Forster (1818 –1886) was an English industrialist, philanthropist and Liberal Party statesman. In 1868, when the Liberal party returned to office, Forster was appointed Vice-president of the Council, with the duty of preparing a government measure for national education. The Elementary Education Bill was introduced on 17 February 1870 and school boards were set up with elected representatives .

William Edward Forster (1818 –1886) was an English industrialist, philanthropist and Liberal Party statesman. In 1868, when the Liberal party returned to office, Forster was appointed Vice-president of the Council, with the duty of preparing a government measure for national education. The Elementary Education Bill was introduced on 17 February 1870 and school boards were set up with elected representatives . Stock Photo

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