Kent Hughes, W. S. (Wilfrid Selwyn), Sir, 1895-1970

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Soldier and politician. Kent Hughes was Victorian Minister of Transport and Education (1947) and Transport and Electrical Undertakings (1948-49). He became Federal Member for Chisholm in 1949 and Minister for Interior and Works (1951-56). He was Chairman of the Foreign Affairs Committee (1956-61) and Chairman of the Olympic Games Committee (1951-1956). His published works include "Slaves of the samurai" (1946).

From the description of Papers [manuscript]. 1914-1986. (Libraries Australia). WorldCat record id: 225826778

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correspondedWith Holt, Harold, 1908-1967. person
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Politicians
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Politicians
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Birth 1895-06-12

Death 1970-07-31

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