However , the Fadden Government lasted only 40 days before being defeated on a vote of confidence .
On 29 August 1941 , Menzies resigned the prime ministership in favour of Fadden , who had been elected by a joint meeting of the Coalition parties .
The Fadden Government lasted only 40 days before being defeated on a vote of confidence .
On 29 August 1941 , Menzies resigned the prime ministership in favour of Fadden , who had been elected by a joint meeting of the Coalition parties .