Jigsaw Puzzle : Burke & Wills / Desert
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Burke & Wills / Desert
Robert O Hara Burke and W. J. Wills were the first men to cross Australia from south to north. Burke, Wills and King in the Australian desert
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1860 Australian Burke Desert Wills
Jigsaw Puzzle (520 Pieces)
Discover the thrilling adventure of Australia's early explorers with our exquisite "Burke & Wills / Desert" jigsaw puzzle from the Media Storehouse collection. Featuring an evocative image from Mary Evans Picture Library, this captivating puzzle brings to life the story of Robert O'Hara Burke and William John Wills, the first men to cross Australia from south to north. Journey with them through the harsh and unforgiving desert landscape, where their fateful expedition took place. With intricately detailed pieces and stunning color representation, this puzzle is the perfect challenge for puzzle enthusiasts of all levels. Immerse yourself in history and test your problem-solving skills as you piece together this beautiful and challenging puzzle.
Made in the USA, 520-piece puzzles measure 16" x 20" (40.6 x 50.8 cm). Every puzzle is meticulously printed on glossy photo paper, which has a strong 1.33 mm thickness. Delivered in a black storage cardboard box, these puzzles are both stylish and practical. (Note: puzzles contain small parts and are not suitable for children under 3 years of age.)
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Estimated Product Size is 40.5cm x 50.8cm (15.9" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative image captures the determination and courage of Robert O'Hara Burke and William John Wills, two intrepid explorers who embarked on the first recorded crossing of Australia from south to north in 1860. Burke, Wills, and their companion, John King, set out from Melbourne on August 20, 1860, with a team of 19 men and 27 camels. Their expedition was a response to a British offer of a £10,000 reward for the first successful crossing of the continent. The arduous journey took them through the harsh and unforgiving Australian desert, where they faced numerous challenges, including extreme heat, limited water supplies, and treacherous terrain. Despite these obstacles, they made good progress, reaching the Gulf of Carpentaria on December 16, 1860, just over four months after setting out. However, their triumph was short-lived. On their return journey, the group became lost and ran out of food and water. Burke and Wills, along with several others, eventually succumbed to exhaustion and starvation. King was the only member of the party to make it back to civilization, arriving in Melbourne on April 21, 1861, with tragic news of his companions' fate. This photograph, taken around the time of the expedition, shows Burke, Wills, and King in the Australian desert, dressed in their explorer's gear and surrounded by their camels. Their determined expressions and resolute gazes speak to the indomitable spirit of adventure that drove them to undertake this historic journey. Despite the tragic outcome, their achievement remains a significant milestone in Australian history, and their story continues to inspire generations of explorers and adventurers.
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