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Bennelong
Description
Bennelong (?-1813) of the Dharug people was captured by order of Governor Arthur Phillip and brought to Sydney in 1789. He lodged with the Governor, learned English and became accustomed to the colonists' habits and customs. In 1790, Bennelong escaped from the settlement but re-established contact later in the year, when a hut was built for him at Bennelong Point, where the Sydney Opera House now stands. In 1792, he sailed with Yemmerrawanyea to England, where he was presented to George III.
Place of birth
Sydney, NSW, Australia
Place of Birth
Place of death
Sydney, NSW, Australia
Place of Death
Date of birth
1759-1769
Circa 1764 Date of Birth
Date of death
1813
Date of Death
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