London School of Economics holds its first classes (1895)

The London School of Economics held its first classes in October 1895. Founded by Fabian Society members including the Webbs, Shaw, and Wallas, the school began operations in rooms at 9 John Street, Adelphi, in the City of Westminster. This occurred after the proposal was accepted by trustees in February 1895, following a conception meeting in August 1894.

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Founding and Funding. The London School of Economics was founded in 1895 by Fabian Society members Sidney Webb, Beatrice Webb, Graham Wallas, and George Bernard Shaw. The institution was initially funded by a bequest of £20,000 from the estate of Henry Hunt Hutchinson. The proposal to establish the school was conceived during a breakfast meeting on 4 August 1894, involving the Webbs, Louis Flood, and George Bernard Shaw.

Acceptance and Location. The proposal to establish the school was accepted by the trustees in February 1895. The London School of Economics held its first classes in October of that year. These initial classes were conducted in rooms at 9 John Street, Adelphi, located in the City of Westminster. The school later expanded to other locations, including 10 Adelphi Terrace.

Specialization. The London School of Economics is a public research university in London, England, and a member institution of the University of London. The school specialises in pure and applied social sciences. It was recognized as a Faculty of Economics of the university in 1900, though this development falls outside the immediate scope of the first classes.

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