Sir Henry Edward Bolte was an Australian politician who served as the 38th premier of Victoria from 1955 to 1972. He held office as the leader of the Victorian division of the Liberal Party of Australia (LPA) and was a member of the Victorian Legislative Assembly (MLA) for the division of Hampden from 1947 to 1972. He is the longest-serving premier in Victorian state history, having been in office for over 17 consecutive years.
Henry Bolte, Australian politician, 38th Premier of Victoria (died 1990)
On May 20, in the year 1908, Henry Bolte, Australian politician, 38th Premier of Victoria (died 1990). This event is recorded as a Notable Births event in the history of May 20, one of 424 recorded events on this date across all of history.
1 notable person is associated with this event, including Henry Bolte. Learn more below.
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- This event took place on May 20, 1908 (AD era).
- It is categorised as a Notable Births event in recorded history.
- Referenced in 2 Wikipedia articles.
- 1 notable person is recorded as involved in or associated with this event.
- Wikipedia source last updated on 5 April 2026.
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