George Gawler

Lieutenant-Colonel George Gawler, KH, (21 July 1795 – 7 May 1869) was the second Governor of South Australia, at the same time serving as Resident Commissioner, from 17 October 1838 until 15 May 1841.

Lieutenant Colonel
George Gawler
KH
2nd Governor of South Australia
In office
17 October 1838 (1838-10-17)  15 May 1841 (1841-May-15)
MonarchVictoria
Preceded byJohn Hindmarsh
Succeeded byGeorge Grey
Personal details
Born(1795-07-21)21 July 1795
Died7 May 1869 (1869-05-08) (aged 73)
Southsea
Resting placePortsmouth
SpouseMaria
OccupationArmy officer, Colonial administrator
AwardsKnight of the Royal Guelphic Order
Military service
AllegianceGreat Britain (1795–1801)
United Kingdom (1801–1846)
Branch/service British Army
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