George Gawler

George Gawler
KH
2nd Governor of South Australia
In office
17 October 1838 (1838-10-17) – 15 May 1841 (1841-05-15)
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
AwardsMilitary General Service Medal
Military service
AllegianceUnited Kingdom
Branch/serviceBritish Army
Years of service1810–1850
RankColonel
Battles/wars

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.

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