John A. Lee

John A. Lee

John Alfred Alexander Lee DCM (31 October 1891 – 13 June 1982) was a New Zealand politician and writer. He is one of the more prominent avowed socialists in New Zealand's political history.

Read more about John A. Lee:  Early Life, Early Political Career, Rebel, Departure From The Labour Party, Later Life, Literary Works

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