Robert O'Hara-Burke

Explorer
BIRTHDAY
May 6,1820
Birthplace
Ireland
Age
Jun 28,1861,age 41
Birth Sign
Taurus
BIRTHDAY
May 6,1820 (age Jun 28,1861,age 41)
Birthplace
Ireland

About

British officer who became an intheir explorer of Australia.

Before Fame

He led the ill-fated Burke and Wills Expedition through Australia.

Trivia

Although ultimately he succeeded in crossing Australia, seven people, including himself, perished during the journey.

Family Life

His family was landowning gentry.

Associated With

Like Ludwig Leichhardt, venturing into the Australian wilderness ultimately cost Robert his life.