About John Brown
Lived 1886 – 1974 (aged 87). John Brown was an Australian politician.
John Harold Brown (2 June 1886 – 9 May 1974) was an Australian politician. He was born in Winkleigh, Tasmania. On 28 June 1948 he was elected to the Tasmanian House of Assembly as a Labor member for Franklin in a countback following the death of Edward Brooker. He was subsequently defeated at the state election held on 21 August. Brown's term of seven weeks is the shortest of any MHA in Tasmania's history.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was John Brown?
Australian politician, 1886-1974
When was John Brown born?
John Brown was born on 2 June 1886 in Winkleigh.
When did John Brown die?
John Brown died on 9 May 1974.
What was John Brown's occupation?
John Brown was a politician.
What nationality was John Brown?
John Brown was Australian.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: John Brown (Tasmanian politician)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). John Brown. https://biography.guide/john-brown-politician-1886/
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