History of the National Health Service (NHS)

This is an interesting article that plots the history from the Second World War.  It outlines the original structure, the demand, expansion and improvements.  As you have probably guessed, the demand exceeded all expectations.  Nye Bevan was given the task of implementing the NHS and he faced many challenges including some opposition to it.  Please select the following link to learn more:

https://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/cabinetpapers/alevelstudies/origins-nhs.htm