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Martin Nicholls

1917 – 1983

Trade unionist, soldier and politician in South Australia

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Lived 1917 – 1983 (aged 66). Martin Nicholls was an Australian politician, trade unionist and soldier.

Martin Henry Nicholls (3 April 1917 – 3 May 1983) was a politician, trade unionist and soldier from South Australia.

Born in Adelaide, South Australia, he received a primary education before becoming a tramwayman and serving in the military 1940–1945. He enlisted in July 1940, serving in Australia, including in the Darwin area from June 1942 until September 1943.

The nephew of Senator Theo Nicholls, he was President of the South Australian Tramways Union and Secretary of the South Australian Labor Party from 1958 to 1963. He was also a member of the ALP Federal Executive 1959–1969. In 1963, he was elected to the Australian House of Representatives as the Labor member for Bonython. No by-election was held due to proximity to the upcoming federal election).

Nicholls died in 1983, aged 66.

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Member of the Australian House of Representatives
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Martin Henry Nicholls

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Martin Nicholls?

trade unionist, soldier and politician in South Australia (1917-1983)

When was Martin Nicholls born?

Martin Nicholls was born on 3 April 1917 in Adelaide.

When did Martin Nicholls die?

Martin Nicholls died on 3 May 1983 in Australia.

What was Martin Nicholls's occupation?

Martin Nicholls was a politician, trade unionist and soldier.

What nationality was Martin Nicholls?

Martin Nicholls was Australian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Martin Nicholls

· Wikidata: Q6776272

· DBpedia: Martin Nicholls

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