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date birth of Alfred deakin
Alfred Deakin (1856-1919), barrister, journalist and prime minister, was born on 3 August 1856 at Collingwood, Melbourne, younger child of William Deakin of Towcester, Northamptonshire, England, and his wife Sarah, née Bill, of Llanarth, Monmouthshire, Wales. -
married
Alfred and Pattie were married in 1882 despite opposition from her family who were concerned about Alfred's seemingly delicate health (he was thin and pale as a young man) and the future happiness of a couple who both seemed so strong willed. There was also an expectation that Pattie, with her looks, accomplishments and wealth,... -
what happened to Alfred deakin after federation
Alfred Deakin (3 August 1856 – 7 October 1919) was an Australian politician who served as the second Prime Minister of Australia.He was a leader of the movement for Federation, which occurred in 1901.During his three terms as prime minister over the subsequent decade (1903–1904, 1905–1908, 1909–1910) he played a key role in establishing national institutions. -
federation
Federation for Australia was when six independant Brisitsh colonies were no longer divided. It was the year “1901” when Federation happened for Australia.