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How many seats did the ALP win under Curtin in the 1943 election?

  • Almost half

  • Almost two-thirds

  • Three-quarters

  • All seats

Answer

Almost two-thirds of the seats in the 1943 election were won by the ALP under Curtin. This was a significant victory, as the ALP had not previously held a majority in the House of Representatives. The election was held during World War II, and Curtin's leadership was seen as a key factor in the ALP's success.
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