William "Rusty" Ruthven, VC was an Australian soldier and state Labor politician. For actions in the First World War he was an Australian recipient of the Victoria Cross, the highest award for gallantry in the face of the enemy that can be awarded to British and Commonwealth forces.

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Occupation: soldier, politician
Position held: Member of the Victorian Legislative Assembly, Member of the Victorian Legislative Assembly
Citizenship: Australia
Born: May 21, 1893
Died: January 12, 1970

Australian Labor Partypolitical party Member of the Victorian Legislative Assemblyposition held Australiacountry of citizenship

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Occupation: soldier, politician
Position held: Member of the Victorian Legislative Assembly, Member of the Victorian Legislative Assembly
Citizenship: Australia
Born: May 21, 1893
Died: January 12, 1970

Australian Labor Partypolitical party Member of the Victorian Legislative Assemblyposition held Australiacountry of citizenship