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Sidney Holland

New Zealand politician (1893–1961)

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Sir Sidney George Holland was a New Zealand politician who served as the 25th prime minister of New Zealand from 13 December 1949 to 20 September 1957. He was instrumental in the creation and consolidation of the New Zealand National Party, which was to dominate New Zealand politics for much of the second half of the 20th century.

Quick facts

Born
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Place of birth
Greendale wd
Died
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Place of death
Wellington wd
Citizenship
New Zealand wd
Occupation
politician wd
Political party
New Zealand Reform Party, New Zealand National Party wd

Positions held wd

  • Prime Minister of New Zealand (13 December 1949 – 20 September 1957)
  • Minister of Finance (13 December 1949 – 26 November 1954)
  • Member of the New Zealand Parliament (27 November 1946 – 30 November 1957)
  • Member of the New Zealand Parliament (27 November 1935 – 27 November 1946)
  • Leader of the Opposition

Awards wd

  • Knight Grand Cross of the Order of St Michael and St George
  • Companion of Honour

Questions

When was Sidney Holland born?
Sidney Holland was born on 18 October 1893 in Greendale.
What positions has Sidney Holland held?
Positions held by Sidney Holland include: Prime Minister of New Zealand (1949–1957); Minister of Finance (1949–1954); Member of the New Zealand Parliament (1946–1957); Member of the New Zealand Parliament (1935–1946); Leader of the Opposition.

Sources

  1. Wikipedia (English): Sidney Holland · CC BY-SA 4.0
  2. Wikidata item Q1390488 · CC0 1.0
  3. Image: Sidney George Holland (1953).jpg by Gordon Burt (Public domain)

Last updated · facts checked 5 November 2026

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