Bert Kelly

Australian politician and Navy Minister

Bert Kelly - Australian politician and Navy Minister
Born

1912
113 years ago

Died

January 17th, 1997
28 years ago — 85 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Australia

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A farmer and politician, served as the 20th Minister for the Navy in Australia from 1975 to 1976. Represented the Division of Wakefield in the House of Representatives from 1965 to 1984. Played a significant role in several defense initiatives and contributed to agricultural policies during tenure as a member of parliament. Advocated for farmers' interests and participated in various legislative debates regarding national security and rural development.

Served as Minister for the Navy

Represented Wakefield in Congress

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