Sir John Grey Gorton was the 19th prime minister of Australia, serving from 1968 to 1971. He held office as the leader of the Liberal Party of Australia, having previously served as a senator for Victoria. He was the first and only member of the upper house of the Parliament to assume the office of prime minister. Born: September 9, 1911 Died: May 19, 2002 In office: January 10, 1968 – March 10, 1971 Wiki link