Roy Mason
English politician, Secretary of State for Defence
Born
1924
102 years ago
Died
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United Kingdom
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A politician served as Secretary of State for Defence from 1976 to 1979. Represented the constituency of Wentworth in the House of Commons from 1964 until 1983. Actively participated in various government initiatives related to defense and military policy during tenure. Played a role in the Labour government under Prime Minister James Callaghan.
Served as Secretary of State for Defence
Represented Wentworth constituency
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