Arthur Henderson

For the recipient of the Victoria Cross, see Arthur Henderson (VC)

Early life

Arthur Henderson was born in Glasgow in 1863, the son of a textile worker, who died when his son was only 10 years old. After his father's death, the Hendersons moved to Newcastle upon Tyne in the North East of England.

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Glasgow - 1863 - Newcastle upon Tyne - England

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Henderson worked in a locomotive factory from the age of 12, and was converted to Methodism (having previously been a Congregationalist) in 1879, This had a major impact on Henderson and he became a Lay Preacher. In 1884, Henderson lost his job, and concentrated on his education, and preaching commitments.

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Methodism - Congregationalist - 1879 - Lay Preacher - 1884

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