William John Wills
Explorer and surgeon of the Victorian era
Born
January 5th, 1834
191 years ago
Died
1861
164 years ago — 27 years old
Category
Explorers & Adventurers
Country
United Kingdom
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An English surgeon and explorer, contributions included participating in the first successful expedition to cross Australia from south to north. Joined the Victorian Exploring Expedition led by Robert O'Hara Burke in 1860. The journey faced extreme hardships, including harsh weather and scarce supplies. Wills became a key figure in the ill-fated venture, which ultimately ended in tragedy. The expedition lost many members, including Wills, while seeking relief and returning to their starting point. Posthumously, he gained recognition for the challenges faced during the expedition and the ultimate sacrifice made in pursuit of exploration.
Participated in the Victorian Exploring Expedition
Crossed Australia from south to north
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