Alan Bond was an English-born Australian businessman noted for his high-profile and often corrupt business dealings. These included his central role in the WA Inc scandals of the 1980s; the biggest corporate collapse in Australian history; and also his criminal conviction that saw him serve four years in prison. He is also remembered for bankrolling the successful challenge for the 1983 America's Cup, the first time the New York Yacht Club had lost it in its 132-year history. He also founded Bond University, Gold Coast, Australia.
Alan Bond, English-Australian businessman (died 2015)
Alan Bond, English-Australian businessman (died 2015)
On April 22, in the year 1938, Alan Bond, English-Australian businessman (died 2015). This event is recorded as a Notable Births event in the history of April 22, one of 297 recorded events on this date across all of history.
1 notable person is associated with this event, including Alan Bond. Learn more below.
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- This event took place on April 22, 1938 (AD era).
- It is categorised as a Notable Births event in recorded history.
- Referenced in 1 Wikipedia article.
- 1 notable person is recorded as involved in or associated with this event.
- Wikipedia source last updated on 19 April 2026.
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