Gerald O'Brien
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This article is about the New Zealand politician. For the Canadian songwriter, see Gerald O'Brien (composer).
John Gerald O’Brien (2 December 1924 – 13 December 2017), known as Gerald O'Brien, was a New Zealand politician of the Labour Party.
Quick Facts Member of the New Zealand Parliament for Island Bay, Preceded by ...
Gerald O'Brien | |
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Member of the New Zealand Parliament for Island Bay | |
In office 29 November 1969 – 25 November 1978 | |
Preceded by | Arnold Nordmeyer |
Succeeded by | Frank O'Flynn |
Wellington City Councillor | |
In office 9 October 1965 – 9 October 1971 | |
Personal details | |
Born | John Gerald O'Brien (1924-12-02)2 December 1924 Wellington, New Zealand |
Died | 13 December 2017(2017-12-13) (aged 93) Wellington, New Zealand |
Political party | Labour |
Spouse |
Fausta O'Brien (m. 1956) |
Profession | Company director |
Signature | |
Military service | |
Allegiance | RNZAF |
Years of service | 1942–46 |
Battles/wars | World War II |
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