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James Killen

Australian politician (1925–2007)

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Also known as Jim Killen · Sir James Killen · Denis James Killen

Born: November 23, 1925
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Died: January 12, 2007
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Birthplace: Dalby
Place of death: Brisbane
Citizenship: Australia
Occupation: politician
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, barrister
Positions held: member of the Australian House of Representatives(1955–1983)
Education: Brisbane Grammar School
, University of Queensland

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Sir Denis James "Jim" Killen, was an Australian politician and a Liberal Party member of the Australian House of Representatives for almost 30 years, 1955 to 1983, representing the Division of Moreton in Queensland. He served as Vice-President of the Executive Council, Minister for Defence and Minister for the Navy during his parliamentary career.

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Member of political party: Liberal Party of Australia
Awards: Companion of the Order of Australia(June 14, 2004) subject named as: The Honourable Sir James KILLEN · award rationale: For distinguished contributions to public life as a federal parliamentarian, barrister, author, orator and advocate for social justice and the rights of underprivileged members of the community.
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Knight Commander of the Order of St Michael and St George(June 12, 1982)
Given name: James
Family name: Killen
Participant in: Australian Constitutional Convention, 1998
Work location: Canberra
Name in native language: James Killen
Sex or gender: male
Writing language: English

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