Peter Fraser

ModernPoliticianNew Zealand1884 — 1950

New Zealand prime minister during WWII.

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Quick Facts

Born

1884

Died

1950

Country

New Zealand

Era

Modern

Occupation

Politician

Score Overview

Military (10%)49

Political (20%)72

Influence (20%)56

Legacy (20%)48

Leadership (15%)80

Strategy (15%)43

Total Score58.1

Peter Fraser — Complete Timeline

1940 AD

Became Prime Minister of New ZealandPolitical Action◆ Major

Fraser succeeded Michael Joseph Savage as prime minister after Savage's death. He led the Labour government through the challenging years of World War II, maintaining the welfare state and managing the war effort.

Prime MinisterLabour PartyWorld War II

Impact: national

1945 AD

Led New Zealand Through World War IIWar◆ Major

Fraser's government mobilized New Zealand's economy and military for World War II. He maintained close ties with the United Kingdom and the United States, and New Zealand forces fought in North Africa, Europe, and the Pacific.

World War IIWar EffortAllies

Impact: global

Co-founded the United NationsPolitical Action◆ Major

Fraser led the New Zealand delegation to the San Francisco Conference that established the United Nations. He was a strong advocate for the inclusion of small nations and human rights in the UN Charter.

United NationsInternational RelationsHuman Rights

Impact: globalprogressive

1949 AD

Defeated in 1949 ElectionPolitical Action◆ Major

Fraser's Labour government was defeated by the National Party in the 1949 general election. The loss ended 14 years of Labour rule and marked a shift to more conservative policies under Prime Minister Sidney Holland.

ElectionDefeatNational Party

Impact: nationaltragic