John Major

Biography

Sir John Major was a British statesman and politician who served as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom from 1990 to 1997. Prior to his leadership, he held various Cabinet positions under Margaret Thatcher and was Chief Secretary to the Treasury before becoming Foreign Secretary. After Thatcher's resignation, Major emerged victorious in the Conservative leadership election, taking on the role of Prime Minister. He previously served as Member of Parliament for Huntingdon from 1979 to 2001.