Ben Chifley
Australian politician, 16th Prime Minister of Australia (1945 to 1949)
1885 — 1951
Quick Facts
Profession
Australian politician, 16th Prime Minister of Australia (1945 to 1949)
Born
September 22, 1885
Died
1951 (age ~66)
Name Origin
English
Timeline
politician, diplomat, train driver
AustraliaBorn in BathurstDied in Canberra
1885
Born in Bathurst (1885-09-22)
1928
Positionmember of the Australian House of Representatives (1928–1931)
1931
PositionMinister for Defence (1931–1932)
1940
Positionmember of the Australian House of Representatives (1940–1951)
1941
PositionTreasurer of Australia (1941–1949)
1945
PositionPrime Minister of Australia (1945–1949)
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Joseph Benedict Chifley was an Australian politician who served as the 16th prime minister of Australia from 1945 to 1949. He held office as the leader of the Australian Labor Party (ALP), and was notable for defining Australia's post-war reconstruction efforts, enacting social and immigration reform and advancing the nationalisation of essential industries.
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Who is Ben Chifley?+
Joseph Benedict Chifley was an Australian politician who served as the 16th prime minister of Australia from 1945 to 1949. He held office as the leader of the Australian Labor Party (ALP), and was notable for defining Australia's post-war reconstruction efforts, enacting social and immigration refor
What does the name Ben mean?+
The name Ben means "A shortening of the male given name Benjamin or, less often, of Benedict.". It is of English origin.
When was Ben Chifley born?+
Ben Chifley was born on September 22, 1885.
When did Ben Chifley die?+
Ben Chifley died in 1951, at approximately 66 years of age.
Name Meaning
A shortening of the male given name Benjamin or, less often, of Benedict.
The name Ben is of English origin, meaning "A shortening of the male given name Benjamin or, less often, of Benedict.". It is traditionally a male name.
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Ben — September 22, 1885
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Virgo
Analytical, kind, hardworking
Earth · Mercury · Aug 23 – Sep 22
Chinese Zodiac
Rooster
Observant, hardworking, courageous
Wood · Yin
Mayan Tzolkin
3 Kan
Seed — abundance, growth, fertility
Celtic Tree
Vine
Empathetic, refined, romantic
Ogham: Muin · Sep 2 – Sep 29
Birthstone: Sapphire — Truth, loyalty
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The world is a little different because you existed.
— ?
Wrote my thesis on your legacy. Still not sure what to think.
— political science student
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