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William Moncur

1886 – 1962

Australian politician

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Lived 1886 – 1962 (aged 76). William Moncur was an Australian politician, teacher and farmer.

William Anderson Moncur (14 July 1886 – 20 November 1962) was an Australian politician.

Moncur was born in Thoona to schoolteacher Alexander Moncur and Margaret Ann Snow. He attended state schools and then University High School, becoming a schoolteacher. He taught across regional Victoria until 1914; he then served with the 6th Battalion during World War I. On 12 October 1918 he married Laura Dorothea Savige, with whom he had two sons. On his return he resumed teaching and also acquired a farm at Thorpdale.

In 1927 Moncur was elected to the Victorian Legislative Assembly for Walhalla, representing the Country Party. In 1940 he unsuccessfully challenged Albert Dunstan for the party leadership. His seat was abolished in 1945 and he was defeated contesting Gippsland North. Moncur served on Narracan Shire Council from 1936 to 1945. He died at Traralgon on 20 November 1962.

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Member of the Victorian Legislative Assembly
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William Anderson Moncur

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Frequently asked questions

Who was William Moncur?

Australian politician (1886–1962)

When was William Moncur born?

William Moncur was born on 14 July 1886 in Thoona.

When did William Moncur die?

William Moncur died on 20 November 1962.

What was William Moncur's occupation?

William Moncur was a politician, teacher and farmer.

What nationality was William Moncur?

William Moncur was Australian.

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· Wikipedia: William Moncur

· Wikidata: Q22019006

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