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Who Is John Major?

John Major left school when he was 15 amid his family's financial struggles. He joined the Young Conservatives when he was As Major did not receive an elite private education, he was an anomaly in politics and the Conservative party (also called the Tory party).

Yet he rose through the ranks to succeed Margaret Thatcher as Britain's prime minister in November He served as prime minister until May , when the Labour party won control of Parliament and Tony Blair became prime minister. Major remained a member of Parliament until He was knighted in , becoming Sir John Major.

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He is married to Norma Major; the two share a son and daughter.

When Was John Major Born?

John Major was born on March 29, , in St Helier, Carshalton, Surrey, London, England.

Early Life and Career

Major grew up with an older brother and sister.

His father was born Abraham Thomas Ball, but adopted the name Tom Major for his vaudeville and variety appearances. Prior to Ma