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Biography: Hamilton, Adam

Hamilton addressing New Zealand after the 1938 election

Hear Adam Hamilton speak to the nation by radio after the 1938 Labour election victory. He summarises the National campaign and wishes New Zealand well under continued Labour government. (2 min 53 sec)

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Reference: D274

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Barry Gustafson. 'Hamilton, Adam', Dictionary of New Zealand Biography, first published in 1998. Te Ara - the Encyclopedia of New Zealand, https://teara.govt.nz/en/speech/189/hamilton-addressing-new-zealand-after-the-1938-election (accessed 4 June 2026).