Henry Herbert Asquith was a prominent British statesman who served as the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom from 1908 to 1916. He was a member of the Liberal Party and played a significant role in the passage of social welfare reforms, including the introduction of old-age pensions and the National Insurance Act. Asquith also led the country through the early years of World War I. He was known for his eloquence and political acumen, but his leadership during the war was criticized, leading to his resignation in 1916. Asquith was a key figure in British politics during a period of significant social and political change.