Edward Vansittart Neale
1810–92
Christian socialist. Called to the bar, 1837. Keenly interested in social reform. Founded the first London co-operative stores. Established the Central Co-operative Agency in 1851, to promote the cause of co-operation, which he believed would improve the condition of the working classes. Devoted his wealth and energies to the co-operative movement throughout his life.
Source
DNB.
Bibliography
DNB: Dictionary of national biography. Edited by Leslie Stephen and Sidney Lee. 63 vols. and 2 supplements (6 vols.). London: Smith, Elder & Co. 1885–1912. Dictionary of national biography 1912–90. Edited by H. W. C. Davis et al. 9 vols. London: Oxford University Press. 1927–96.
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