George Pearce
Australian politician and carpenter
Born
Died
1952
73 years ago — 82 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Australia
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Served as a prominent politician in Australia, holding various cabinet positions including Minister for Defence and Minister for Home Affairs. Participated in significant legislative processes and contributed to the development of national policies during a transformative period in Australian history. Engaged in carpentry work prior to entering politics, establishing a strong foundation in trade skills. Represented Tasmania in the Senate for over two decades, championing issues related to national defence and rural development.
Served as Minister for Defence
Served as Minister for Home Affairs
Represented Tasmania in the Senate
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