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Sir Joseph Cook GCMG (7 December 1860 – 30 July 1947) was an Australian politician who served as the sixth prime minister of Australia, from 1913 to 1914. He held office as the leader of the Liberal Party, having previously been leader of the Anti-Socialist Party from 1908 to 1909. [1]
Learn about the life and career of Joseph Cook, who led the Liberal Party to victory in 1913 and became the first Liberal prime minister. Find out how he handled the double dissolution, the war, and the conscription referendum.
Sir Joseph Cook (1860-1947), prime minister, was born on 7 December 1860 at Silverdale, Staffordshire, England, son of William Cooke, coalminer, and his wife Margaret, née Fletcher. He grew up in poverty.
Sir Joseph Cook (born Dec. 7, 1860, Silverdale, Staffordshire, Eng.—died July 30, 1947, Sydney, N.S.W., Australia) was an early prime minister (1913–14) of a federated Australia who helped found the nation’s military institutions.
Learn about Joseph Cook, the prime minister of Australia from 1913 to 1914, and his personal and political profile. Find out his birth, death, marriage, children, honours, portfolios, memberships and more.
Learn about the life and achievements of Joseph Cook, who led the Liberal Party from 1913 to 1914. Find out how he became a self-made man, a trade unionist, a Liberal leader and a High Commissioner in London.
Learn about Joseph Cook, who led the Liberal Party from 1913 to 1914 and served as High Commissioner in London. Explore his political career, achievements, challenges and legacy with original records and material.
