About Frank Davis
Lived 1900 – 1980 (aged 79). Frank Davis was an Australian politician and meat industry.
Francis John Davis, CMG, OBE (13 April 1900 – 28 February 1980) was an Australian politician. Born in Melbourne, he attended state schools before becoming a meat industry executive. A founding member of the Liberal Party, he was elected to the Australian House of Representatives in 1949 as the Liberal member for Deakin, succeeding William Hutchinson. He held the seat until his retirement in 1966. He later became Chairman of the Commonwealth Serum Laboratories. Davis died in 1980.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Frank Davis?
Australian politician (1900-1980)
When was Frank Davis born?
Frank Davis was born on 13 April 1900 in Melbourne.
When did Frank Davis die?
Frank Davis died on 28 February 1980.
What was Frank Davis's occupation?
Frank Davis was a politician and meat industry.
What nationality was Frank Davis?
Frank Davis was Australian.
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· DBpedia: Frank Davis (Australian politician)
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