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Quote by Edmund Barton

“Creating a nation requires the will of the people.”

Quote by Edmund Barton

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Edmund Barton, born on January 18, 1849, and died on January 7, 1920, was the first Prime Minister of Australia. He played a significant role in the establishment of the Australian Federation and the development of Australian politics. more

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