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Hughes, William Morris (Billy)

Unionist and politician who became Labor Prime Minister during World War I and was expelled for his support for conscription. He served in a number of non-Labor federal governments, remaining in parliament until his death.

Milestone
Born
Pimlico, London, England
25 Sep 1862
Died
Lindfield
28 Oct 1952
Buried
31 Oct 1952
Name
Alternate
Hughes, Billy
Occupation
13 Nov 1908 - 02 Jun 1909
29 Apr 1910 - 24 Jun 1913
17 Sep 1914 - 21 Dec 1921
1915 - 1923
20 Mar 1939 - 07 Oct 1941
Position
17 Jul 1894 - 11 Jun 1901
1902 - 1916
1905
Relationship
Spouse
1911 - 1952