Robert Cosgrove
Australian Politician, 30th Premier of Tasmania
Born
1884
141 years ago
Died
August 25th, 1969
55 years ago — 85 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Australia
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Served as the 30th Premier of Tasmania from 1944 to 1947. Held various political roles throughout a lengthy career, including Minister of Health and Minister for Education. Contributed to the development of post-war Tasmania, focusing on infrastructure and social welfare initiatives.
Served as Premier of Tasmania (1944-1947)
Held key ministerial positions in health and education
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