Vaiben Louis Solomon
Australian politician, 21st Premier
Born
1853
172 years ago
Died
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Australia
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Served as the 21st Premier of South Australia from 1899 to 1901. Focused on various reforms during tenure including land and education policies. Contributed to the establishment of the South Australian Institute of Technology. Later became a member of the Legislative Council, continuing involvement in politics until death.
Served as Premier of South Australia
Implemented land and education reforms
Contributed to establishment of educational institutions
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