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Arthur Balfour
He led Britain during a restless imperial era, but his name became permanently tied to a single wartime letter that reshaped the politics of the Middle East.
1848–1930
Life Journey
A career shaped by power, ideas and unintended consequences
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1848
Privileged beginnings
Arthur Balfour was born into a wealthy and well-connected family, giving him early access to elite education and political circles.
