George Gawler
Governor of South Australia from 1838 to 1841 / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Lieutenant-Colonel George Gawler, KH, (21 July 1795 – 7 May 1869) was the second Governor of South Australia, at the same time serving as Resident Commissioner, from 17 October 1838 until 15 May 1841.
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George Gawler | |
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2nd Governor of South Australia | |
In office 17 October 1838 (1838-10-17) – 15 May 1841 (1841-May-15) | |
Monarch | Victoria |
Preceded by | John Hindmarsh |
Succeeded by | George Grey |
Personal details | |
Born | (1795-07-21)21 July 1795 |
Died | 7 May 1869 (1869-05-08) (aged 73) Southsea |
Resting place | Portsmouth |
Spouse | Maria |
Occupation | Army officer, Colonial administrator |
Awards | Knight of the Royal Guelphic Order |
Military service | |
Allegiance | Great Britain (1795–1801) United Kingdom (1801–1846) |
Branch/service | British Army |
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