About Robert Robertson
Lived 1887 – 1960 (aged 72). Robert Robertson was an Australian politician.
Robert Shorthouse Robertson (31 December 1887 – 26 August 1960) was an Australian politician.
He was born in Hamilton. In 1946 he was elected to the Tasmanian House of Assembly as a Liberal member for Wilmot. He served until his defeat in 1950. Robertson died in Launceston in 1960.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Robert Robertson?
Australian politician (1887-1960)
When was Robert Robertson born?
Robert Robertson was born on 31 December 1887.
When did Robert Robertson die?
Robert Robertson died on 26 August 1960.
What was Robert Robertson's occupation?
Robert Robertson was a politician.
What nationality was Robert Robertson?
Robert Robertson was Australian.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Robert Robertson (Australian politician)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Robert Robertson. https://biography.guide/robert-robertson-politician/
MLA: "Robert Robertson." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/robert-robertson-politician/.
Chicago: "Robert Robertson." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/robert-robertson-politician/.
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