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Joseph Cook

(1860–1947) Politician Australia

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Joseph Cook was a politician from Australia, best known for Conscience.

Quick Facts About Joseph Cook

Born
December 7, 1860
Died
July 30, 1947
Nationality
Australia
Profession
Politician
Notable works
Conscience
Spouse
Dame Mary Cook

About Joseph Cook

Sir Joseph Cook was an Australian politician and trade unionist who served as the sixth prime minister of Australia from 1913 to 1914. He held office as the leader of the Liberal Party, having previously been leader of the Anti-Socialist Party from 1908 to 1909. His victory at the 1913 election marked the first time that a centre-right party had won a majority at an Australian federal election.

Biography source: Wikipedia

Awards & Honors

Knight Grand Cross of the Order of St Michael and St George

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