Austin Chapman

Australian politician and minister

Austin Chapman - Leaders & Politicians born July 10th, 1864
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Served as the fourth Australian Minister for Defence from 1917 to 1918. Contributed to military policy during World War I. Represented the Victorian district of Rutherglen in the Australian House of Representatives from 1906 to 1925. Held various positions in the government, including Minister for Repatriation and Minister for Trade and Customs.

Served as Minister for Defence

Represented Rutherglen in parliament

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