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William Morris Hughes CH QC (25 September 1862 – 28 October 1952) was an Australian politician who served as the seventh prime minister of Australia from 1915 to 1923. He led the country during World War I, and his influence on national politics spanned several decades.
Holding the record for the longest-running continuous service to parliament, Billy Hughes spent 58 years in state and federal politics.
William Morris (Billy) Hughes (1862-1952), prime minister, was born on 25 September 1862 at Pimlico, London, son of William Hughes, a carpenter from North Wales employed at the Houses of Parliament, and his wife Jane, née Morris.
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Billy Eugene Hughes, Jr. (November 28, 1948 – December 20, 2005) was an American actor best known for various television and film roles he played during the 1960s. His Hollywood lineage included both his father (Bill Hughes) and uncle (Whitey Hughes), who were both stuntmen and film producers.
Learn about the life and achievements of Billy Hughes, who led Australia during the First World War and the Versailles Peace Conference. Explore his milestones, parliamentary legislation, speeches, collections and resources.
Learn about Billy Hughes, Australia's prime minister during the First World War, who belonged to six different political parties and faced conscription and peace challenges. Explore his life and legacy in the Old Parliament House exhibition.
Apr 27, 2022 · Learn about Billy Hughes, the seventh prime minister of Australia who led the country during World War One. Find out his views on conscription, the Treaty of Versailles and his political career.
