Lord Balfour

Lord Balfour refers to Arthur James Balfour, a British statesman who served as Prime Minister from 1902 to 1905. He is notable for the Balfour Declaration of 1917, which expressed British support for a "national home for the Jewish people" in Palestine, a significant moment in the history of Zionism and Middle Eastern politics. Balfour's policies and statements had lasting implications for Jewish immigration to Palestine and the geopolitical landscape of the region. He was also involved in various political roles throughout his career, influencing British politics and international relations in the early 20th century.