About Tasman Shields
Lived 1872 – 1950 (aged 77). Tasman Shields was an Australian politician.
Tasman Shields (20 November 1872 – 28 August 1950) was an Australian politician.
He was born in Launceston. In 1915 he was elected to the Tasmanian Legislative Council as an independent member for Launceston. He held the seat until 1936, when he was defeated. Shields died in Launceston in 1950.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Tasman Shields?
Australian politician
When was Tasman Shields born?
Tasman Shields was born on 20 November 1872.
When did Tasman Shields die?
Tasman Shields died on 28 August 1950 in Launceston.
What was Tasman Shields's occupation?
Tasman Shields was a politician.
What nationality was Tasman Shields?
Tasman Shields was Australian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Tasman Shields. https://biography.guide/tasman-shields/
MLA: "Tasman Shields." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/tasman-shields/.
Chicago: "Tasman Shields." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/tasman-shields/.
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