Sewell Ministry, 1856
The Sewell Ministry was the first responsible government in New Zealand. It formed in 1856, but lasted only one month, from 18 April to 20 May. From 7 May onwards, Henry Sewell was Colonial Secretary, considered to be the equivalent of Prime Minister. Thus, Sewell became the first Prime Minister of New Zealand.
established event
primaryTopic
Sewell Ministry, 1856
The Sewell Ministry was the first responsible government in New Zealand. It formed in 1856, but lasted only one month, from 18 April to 20 May. From 7 May onwards, Henry Sewell was Colonial Secretary, considered to be the equivalent of Prime Minister. Thus, Sewell became the first Prime Minister of New Zealand.
has abstract
The Sewell Ministry was the fi ...... Prime Minister of New Zealand.
@en
thumbnail
Wikipage page ID
27,176,401
Wikipage revision ID
698,152,373
subject
hypernym
type
comment
The Sewell Ministry was the fi ...... Prime Minister of New Zealand.
@en
label
Sewell Ministry, 1856
@en