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James Scullin was an Australian Labor Politician, and the thirteenth Prime Minister of Australia (but the ninth different Prime Minister). Australia's first Catholic Prime Minister, he served from 12 October 1929 to 19 December 1931.
As Prime Minister, he successfully brought Australia through the Great Depression. In order to do this, he suspended compulsory military training, raised tariffs on imports, abandoned the gold standard, increased social service payments and reduced assisted Immigration. He pushed for farmers to grow more wheat in order to increase exports.
Scullin was born on 18 September 1876 and died on 28 January 1953.
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What party was James scullin elected for?
James scullin was prime minister for labour
What is James Scullin's birthday?
James Scullin was born on September 18, 1876.
When was James Scullin born?
James Scullin was born on September 18, 1876.
Did James Henry Scullin have any brothers or sisters?
yes james scullin was the fifth child od john and ann scullin
How old was James Scullin at death?
James Scullin died on January 28, 1953 at the age of 76.
When was James Scullin elected prime minister?
James Scullin became Prime Minister of Australia on 12 October 1929.
How old is James Scullin?
James Scullin was born on September 18, 1876 and died on January 28, 1953. James Scullin would have been 76 years old at the time of death or 138 years old today.
Who was the ninth prime minister of Australia?
James Scullin was Australia's ninth Prime Minister.James Scullin
What is James Scullin's political seat?
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Did James Henry Scullin have any children?
No, he did not have any children. His sister, Annie, had a daughter name Helena and James Scullin and his wife treated her like a daughter. So much so, that Helena's uncle Jim gave her away when she was married. I know this because Helena was my grandmother and therefore James Scullin is my great, great uncle.
What was James Henry Scullin's favourite colour?
It is Blue.
Where did James Scullin grow up?
Western Victoria.
