John Curtin became Prime Minister just three months before the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbour that brought war to the Asia-Pacific, and—uniquely among Australian prime ministers—faced enemy attacks on the Australian mainland and the possibility of invasion.
Considered a great wartime leader, Curtin also formulated policies for Australia’s post-war reconstruction, including planning for full employment, assisted immigration and improvements in social security.
He died in office on 5 July 1945, just six weeks before the return of peace to Australia.
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