About Bob Holt
Lived 1914 – 1985 (aged 70). Bob Holt was an Australian politician and barrister.
Robert Wilfred Holt (9 June 1913 – 1 May 1985) was an Australian politician, a member of the Victorian Legislative Assembly and, later, of the Parliament of Australia.
Born in Launceston, Tasmania, Holt was educated in Melbourne at Scotch College and the University of Melbourne. He was defeated in 1947, but re-elected in 1950. He was Minister for Lands and Social Settlement from 1952 to 1953, in the government of John Cain (Senior).
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Bob Holt?
Australian politician (1914–1985)
When was Bob Holt born?
Bob Holt was born on 9 June 1914 in Launceston.
When did Bob Holt die?
Bob Holt died on 1 May 1985 in Montrose.
What was Bob Holt's occupation?
Bob Holt was a politician and barrister.
What nationality was Bob Holt?
Bob Holt was Australian.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Robert Holt (politician)
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