Alexander Peacock
Australian politician, 20th Premier of Victoria
Born
June 11th, 1861
164 years ago
Died
October 7th, 1933
91 years ago — 72 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Australia
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Held the office of 20th Premier of Victoria
Represented Geelong in the Legislative Assembly
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