Frank Walsh

Australian politician and Premier

Frank Walsh - Australian politician and Premier
Born

1897
128 years ago

Died

May 18th, 1968
57 years ago — 71 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Australia

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Served as the 34th Premier of South Australia. Held office from 1930 to 1933, overseeing significant administrative duties. Played a role in the Labor Party and contributed to various policies during a period of economic challenges. Engaged with local government issues and worked on infrastructure projects aimed at improving the community.

Served as Premier of South Australia

Led the Labor Party in state government

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