Arthur Henderson: Nobel Prize winner and foundryman.(Shakeout: in case you didn't know ...)

Modern Casting | December 1, 2003 | Copyright

Arthur Henderson greatly influenced the British Government between World War I and World War II, working diligently in his positions in Parliament to achieve disarmament. While his efforts ultimately failed, he was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1934--not a small achievement for a foundryman.

Born in 1863, Henderson became an apprentice at Robert Stephenson and Sons' General Foundry Works at the age of 12. Having dropped out of school to help support his family, Henderson learned about life through newspapers and discussions at the foundry. He joined the ...

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