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Chris Watson resigned after just four months because he couldn't command a majority in the House of Representatives, making it extremely difficult to pass key policies.
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Was prime minister John Watson born in Australia?
No. Third Prime Minister of Australia, John 'Chris' Watson, was actually born in Chile.
When was John Watson prime minister?
John 'Chris' Watson was Prime Minister of Australia from 27 April 1904 to 17 August 1904.
Was Chris Watson an Australian prime minister?
Chris Watson was the third Prime Minister of Australia, serving from 27 April 1904 to 18 August 1904. He was a member of the Labor Party.
How long was Chris Watson Prime Minister?
John 'Chris' Watson was Prime Minister of Australia from 27 April 1904 to 17 August 1904.
How long was John C Watson prime minister of Australia?
John 'Chris' Watson was Prime Minister of Australia from 27 April 1904 to 17 August 1904.
When was John Watson the third prime minister of Australia born?
John Watson (also known as Chris) was born on the 9th of April 1867.
How many times was Chris Watson prime minister?
Unlike several of Australia's early Prime Ministers, Chris Watson was PM just once, serving from 27 April 1904 until 17 August 1904.
Who was Prime Minister after Alfred Deakin?
Alfred Deakin served as Prime Minister on three occasions. After his first term, he was succeeded by Chris Watson. After his second and third terms, he was succeeded by Andrew Fisher.
How many prime ministers has Australia had and who was the third prime minister?
Australia has had 34 prime ministers as of 2013. 33 men and one woman have held the office of Prime Minister at some stage, but several of them have held office more than once, serving after a break. Therefore, there have been 28 different people who served as Prime Minister. Tony Abbott is the 34th Prime Minister, but the 28th different Prime Minister.The third prime minister of Australia was John Christian Watson, known simply as just Chris Watson.
Why was John Watson the Prime Minister of Australia for three months and twenty-one days?
Watson's government was a minority government and was defeated on 12 August over the conciliation and arbitration bill.
Is there a minimum age at which you can be the prime minister of Australia?
Yes, there is a minimum age requirement to be the Prime Minister of Australia. According to the Australian Constitution, a person must be at least 18 years old to hold the office of the Prime Minister.
List 3 previous prime minister of Australia?
Sir Edmund Barton (1849-1920) was the first Prime Minister of Australia upon Federation of the colonies in 1901.Edmund Barton was from the Protectionist party. He served for 2 years, 8 months and 24 days. Barton resigned in 1903 and later went on to be Australia's first supreme court magistrate.
