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Deakin, Alfred |
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Deakin, Alfred (1856–1919)Australian politician, prime minister 1903–04, 1905–08, and 1909–10. In his second administration, he enacted legislation on defence and pensions. Educated at Melbourne University, he worked first as a barrister and then journalist before being elected to the Victorian parliament as a Liberal, in 1879. He held ministerial posts in the 1880s and entered the Commonwealth parliament in 1901, holding his seat until 1912. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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