What is sir josiah stamp?

Sir Josiah Stamp (1880-1941) was a British economist, civil servant and businessman. He was born in London and studied at University College London. He worked at various financial institutions and eventually became the Director of the Bank of England in 1928. He held this position until 1941, when he died during the Blitz.

Stamp was known for his expertise in economic policy, banking, and monetary theory. He was a key figure in the planning and implementation of economic policies during the interwar period. He was also involved in the establishment of the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) and served as its first Chairman in 1922.

In addition to his banking and government roles, Stamp was also involved in business. He was the founder of the International Stamp Exchange and served as the Chairman of the London, Midland and Scottish Railway.

Stamp was knighted in 1928 for his contributions to British public life, particularly in the fields of economics and banking. He was also a Fellow of the Royal Society and a member of the British Academy. His publications include The English Public Debt, Land and Labour, and The Economics of Socialism.