Description: (British Politician and Zoologist Who Served as a Member of Parliament from Aylesbury)
Lionel Walter Rothschild, 2nd Baron Rothschild, was a prominent figure in British history, known for his roles as a banker, politician, zoologist, and soldier. His leadership in the Zionist movement was instrumental in securing the Balfour Declaration, which pledged British support for a Jewish national home in Palestine. Additionally, he held the position of president of the Board of Deputies of British Jews from 1925 to 1926. Rothschild's wide-ranging contributions across multiple disciplines reflect his versatile skills and interests in his career.