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“She was a remarkable person and the love of my life. We were married for almost 70 years. She encouraged and sustained me and our four children, their families and many other people in a life full of engagement with Australians from all walks of life.”

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Gough Whitlam
Gough Whitlam

Gough Whitlam was an Australian politician who served as the 21st Prime Minister of Australia from 1972 to 1975. He is known for his progressive policies and his charismatic leadership style. Whitlam's government was the first in Australian history to be dismissed by the Governor-General, a controversial event known as the 1975 constitutional crisis. more

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