Harold Holt vs Pavel Milyukov

Holt's government increased Australian troop commitments to the Vietnam War, including the introduction of conscription for overseas service. He visited the US and famously declared Australia was 'all the way with LBJ,' strengthening the alliance with President Lyndon B. Johnson.

Holt's government introduced the Migration Act 1966, which began dismantling the White Australia policy by allowing non-European migrants to apply for citizenship after five years of residence. This was a significant step toward a non-discriminatory immigration policy.

Harold Holt became Prime Minister of Australia on January 26, 1966, succeeding Robert Menzies. He led the Liberal-Country Party coalition and continued many of Menzies' policies, including strong support for the United States in the Vietnam War.

Harold Holt disappeared while swimming at Cheviot Beach near Portsea, Victoria, on December 17, 1967. Despite an extensive search, his body was never recovered. He was presumed drowned, and his death led to a period of national mourning and political uncertainty.

Milyukov became the leader of the Constitutional Democratic Party (Kadets), the main liberal party in Russia. He advocated for a constitutional monarchy, civil liberties, and parliamentary government. Under his leadership, the Kadets became a major force in the Duma.

After the February Revolution, Milyukov was appointed Foreign Minister in the Provisional Government. He pursued a policy of continuing the war against the Central Powers and honoring Russia's commitments to the Allies, which became increasingly unpopular.

Milyukov sent a note to the Allies reaffirming Russia's commitment to the war and its war aims, including annexation of the Straits. The note sparked massive protests in Petrograd, leading to the April Crisis and Milyukov's resignation as Foreign Minister.

After the Bolshevik takeover, Milyukov fled to the south of Russia and later emigrated to France. He initially supported the White movement but later advocated for a more conciliatory approach toward the Bolsheviks. He continued to write and publish historical works.