Jack Marshall

ModernPoliticianNew Zealand1912 — 1988

NZ National PM who lost to Kirk.

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Quick Facts

Born

1912

Died

1988

Country

New Zealand

Era

Modern

Occupation

Politician

Score Overview

Military (10%)11

Political (20%)39

Influence (20%)48

Legacy (20%)39

Leadership (15%)67

Strategy (15%)44

Total Score43.2

Jack Marshall — Complete Timeline

1954 AD

Appointed Minister of JusticePolitical Action

Marshall was appointed Minister of Justice in the Holland government. He oversaw legal and judicial matters, including the administration of the justice system.

JusticeCabinet

Impact: national

1972 AD

Became Prime Minister of New ZealandPolitical Action◆ Major

Marshall became Prime Minister on 7 February 1972 after Keith Holyoake's resignation. He led the National Party government until the 1972 general election.

Prime MinisterNational Party

Impact: national

Lost the 1972 General ElectionPolitical Action◆ Major

Marshall's government was defeated in the 1972 general election by Norman Kirk's Labour Party. This ended his brief tenure as prime minister after less than a year.

Election DefeatChange of Government

Impact: nationaldestructive