Burke & Wills Expedition across Australia 1860-61
AUG 20 1860 · 11:13
Looks at the Victorian Exploring Expedition of 1860-61, led by Robert Burke. Features photos and paintings from the time. Looks at preparations for the expedition, the first weeks, the difficulties faced, reaching the Gulf of Carpentaria, the problems at the Dig Tree, search parties sent out, and re
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