Burke And Wills Collection

The burial of William John Wills
3585962 The burial of William John Wills; (add.info.: Illustration depicting the burial of William John Wills (1834-1861) a British surveyor

William John Wills
3585963 William John Wills; (add.info.: Portrait of William John Wills (1834-1861) a British surveyor, trained surgeon and second-in-command of the ill-fated Burke

Death of Robert Burke, 19th century (engraving)
3522997 Death of Robert Burke, 19th century (engraving) by English School, (19th century); (add.info.: Death of Robert Burke during the Wills and Burke expedition across Australia in 1861)

William John Wills 1834-1861
3522986 William John Wills 1834-1861 by Unknown Artist, (19th century); (add.info.: William John Wills 1834-1861 was a British explorer, whom co-led the Burke and Wills expedition in Australia)

The Burke and Wills Dig Tree is one of Australias National icons and an enduring reminder of the pioneering spirit and extreme harshness of the Outback

Burke and Wills Face Tree
In 1898 John Dick carved Burkes face into a tree (the Face Tree) about 30 metres downstream of the Dig Tree. The site is as Burke and Wills and companions would have viewed it nearly 140 years ago

Expedition de Burke (1860-1861), Depart de Melbourne (engraving)
2789826 Expedition de Burke (1860-1861), Depart de Melbourne (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Expedition de Burke (1860-1861), Depart de Melbourne

La Mort De Burke En Australie (engraving)
2783266 La Mort De Burke En Australie (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: La Mort De Burke En Australie)

Les Explorateurs Australiens (engraving)
2789308 Les Explorateurs Australiens (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Les Explorateurs Australiens. Illustration for Journal Des Voyages, 1 July 1883)

Robert O hara Burke 1820 Or 1821 To 1861 Irish Soldier And Policeman Leader Of First Expedition To Cross Australia From South To North

William John Wills 1834 To 1861 English Surveyor Second In Command To Burke On First Expedition To Cross Australia From South To North

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Burke and Wills were two explorers who embarked on a daring expedition across the Australian outback in 1860. Their journey was fraught with challenges, from harsh terrain to limited supplies. Despite their best efforts, they ultimately perished in the unforgiving wilderness. Their story has become a cautionary tale of the dangers of exploration and the importance of proper planning. The legacy lives on as a reminder of the bravery and sacrifice required to push the boundaries of human knowledge. Their names are now synonymous with adventure and tragedy, inspiring countless others to follow in their footsteps and explore the unknown. Though their expedition ended in tragedy, Burke and Wills will forever be remembered for their courage and determination in the face of overwhelming odds.