Adair Blain
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Adair Macalister Blain (21 November 1894 ā 28 April 1983) was an Australian politician and soldier. He represented the Division of Northern Territory in the House of Representatives from 1934 to 1949, albeit with limited voting rights. He enlisted in the army during World War II and was captured by the Japanese after the Fall of Singapore, the only serving member of parliament to become a prisoner of war.
Quick Facts Member of the Australian Parliament for Northern Territory, Preceded by ...
Adair Blain | |
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Member of the Australian Parliament for Northern Territory | |
In office 15 September 1934 ā 10 December 1949 | |
Preceded by | H. G. Nelson |
Succeeded by | Jock Nelson |
Personal details | |
Born | (1894-11-21)21 November 1894 Inverell, New South Wales |
Died | 28 April 1983(1983-04-28) (aged 88) |
Nationality | Australian |
Political party | Independent |
Occupation | Surveyor |
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