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Robert O'Hara Burke
Robert O'Hara Burke (1820 - 1861), Irish explorer, pictured shortly before his death in 1861. Burke had emigrated to Australia in 1853 and whilst an inspector of police in Victoria he accepted the leadership, with William Wills, of an expedition to cross the continent from south to north. Burke, Wills and John King reached the north shore of Australia, but only King survived the return journey to Melbourne
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Accepted Burke Continent Emigrated Explorer Hara Inspector Journey Leadership Melbourne Pictured Reached Return Shore Shortly Survived Whilst Wills
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This haunting print captures the image of Robert O'Hara Burke, the Irish explorer who met a tragic end during his expedition to cross the Australian continent from south to north in 1861. Pictured shortly before his death, Burke's weary expression and weathered appearance tell the story of a man who faced immense challenges and hardships in pursuit of exploration.
Born in 1820, Burke had emigrated to Australia in search of adventure and opportunity. As an inspector of police in Victoria, he accepted the leadership role for the ambitious expedition alongside William Wills. Despite reaching the north shore of Australia, only John King survived the arduous return journey to Melbourne.
The legacy of Robert O'Hara Burke is one marked by courage, determination, and ultimately tragedy. His story serves as a reminder of the risks and sacrifices made by early explorers in their quest for discovery. This print offers a glimpse into the final moments of a man whose name would become synonymous with exploration and adventure in Australian history.
As we gaze upon this image captured over a century ago, we are reminded of Burke's enduring spirit and his contribution to our understanding of this vast land down under.
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