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Anderson Dawson

1863–1910 · 19th century

Anderson Dawson was an Australian miner, trade unionist and politician who led the world's first parliamentary Labour government. As Premier of Queensland he held office for only one week, from 1 to 7 December 1899, before losing a vote in parliament. He was elected to the first federal Senate in 1901 and served briefly as Minister for Defence in 1904.

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Colony of Queensland

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