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Burke and Wills Expedition
Burke and Wills Expedition to explore the interior of Australia (1860 - 1861). Death of Robert O Hara Burke (1820 - 1861) Irish explorer and leader of the expedition. John King (1838 - 1872) taking leave of Burkes body. King was the first European to cross Australia and survive. Burke and Wills died of starvation, while King was found by friendly natives and cared for until a rescue party arrived. engraving from " Heroes of Britain and Peace and War" by Edwin Hodder (London, 1880)
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1880 Australia British Culture Dead Person Death Expedition Exploration Explorer Failure Journey Only Mid Adult Men Starvation Two People Weakness Edwin Hodder John King Robert Ohara Burke William John Wills
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In this poignant photo print, we witness a somber moment from the ill-fated Burke and Wills Expedition of 1860-1861. The image captures the heart-wrenching scene of John King bidding farewell to his fallen leader, Robert O'Hara Burke. As an Irish explorer and the expedition's fearless leader, Burke met a tragic end due to starvation in Australia's unforgiving interior. The engraving, taken from Edwin Hodder's "Heroes of Britain and Peace and War" published in London in 1880, portrays the immense weight of failure that plagued this historic journey. With its horizontal composition, it conveys the vastness of the Australian landscape against which these brave men fought for survival. This illustration serves as a testament to both human strength and vulnerability during times of exploration. While Burke and William John Wills succumbed to weakness and death caused by starvation, John King emerged as a survivor after being found by friendly natives who cared for him until rescue arrived. As we gaze upon this engraved image steeped in British culture and historical significance, we are reminded not only of the perils faced by these courageous explorers but also their enduring legacy. Their names forever etched in history books as pioneers who dared venture into uncharted territories despite insurmountable odds.
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