Historical information

John Howard was the coalition Prime Minister of Australia from 1996-2007. His predecessor was Paul Keating (ALP). John Howard's coalition government was defeated in 2007 by Kevin Rudd (ALP).

Significance

Political significance.

Physical description

Round white metal button with pin on the back. Red writing.

Inscriptions & markings

Red writing: "My mum says Johnny Howard is a mongrel bastard."