Walter Nash

ModernPoliticianNew Zealand1882 — 1968

NZ Labour PM at age 75.

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Quick Facts

Born

1882

Died

1968

Country

New Zealand

Era

Modern

Occupation

Politician

Score Overview

Military (10%)10

Political (20%)63

Influence (20%)53

Legacy (20%)43

Leadership (15%)74

Strategy (15%)34

Total Score48.7

Walter Nash — Complete Timeline

1957 AD

Became Prime Minister of New ZealandPolitical Action◆ Major

Nash became Prime Minister on 12 December 1957 at the age of 75, leading the Labour Party to victory. He was the oldest person to become prime minister in New Zealand history.

Prime MinisterLabour Party

Impact: national

1958 AD

Introduced the 40-Hour Work WeekReform◆ Major

Nash's government introduced the 40-hour work week through the Industrial Conciliation and Arbitration Act. This labor reform aimed to improve working conditions and reduce unemployment.

Labor ReformWork Week

Impact: nationalprogressive

1960 AD

Lost the 1960 General ElectionPolitical Action◆ Major

Nash's Labour government was defeated in the 1960 general election by the National Party under Keith Holyoake. This ended his three-year term as prime minister.

Election DefeatChange of Government

Impact: nationaldestructive