Michael Foot, aged 96, passed away on the 3rd of March 2010. He was a prolific English politician and leader of the Labour Party. Born in Plymouth in 1913 to a family of strong political backgrounds, Foot began his political career in the 1930s, campaigning for various organisations. During the Second World War, he served in the Royal Navy, then later as a reporter for the Evening Standard and Tribune. In 1945 he was elected as MP for Devonport. Foot went on to have a lengthy political career, becoming Minister of Labour in 1967 and later Leader of the House of Commons in 1976. In 1981 he was elected leader of the Labour party, a position he held until 1983. He stayed in parliament until 1992. In addition to his work in politics, Foot wrote several books on topics ranging from international relations to Shaw, as well as several volumes of his memoirs. Throughout his life Foot was a staunch defender of democracy, socialism, and the British welfare state. His passion, piety, and enduring commitment to justice will be remembered.