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Keith Holyoake

1904–1983 · 20th century · Also known as Sir Keith Holyoake

Keith Holyoake was a New Zealand farmer and politician of the National Party who was Prime Minister briefly in 1957 and again from 1960 to 1972, one of the longest tenures in the country's history. His government presided over prosperity, sent forces to the Vietnam War and prepared for Britain's entry into the European Economic Community. He later served as Governor-General from 1977 to 1980.

Keith Holyoake
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The Epoch Institute. (2026). Keith Holyoake. In The Epoch Institute Encyclopedia. https://the-epoch-institute.org/encyclopedia/keith-holyoake
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