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Mr E. H. Hargraves, the Gold Discoverer of Australia, 1851
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Mr E. H. Hargraves, the Gold Discoverer of Australia, 1851
NSW71240 Mr E.H. Hargraves, the Gold Discoverer of Australia, 1851 by Balcombe, Thomas Tyrwhitt (1810-61); Mitchell Library, State Library of New South Wales; (add.info.: discovered gold in Bathurst, New South Wales; ); Mitchell Library, State Library of New South Wales; Australian, out of copyright
Media ID 23347670
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In this photograph, we are transported back in time to the year 1851 in Australia. The image showcases Mr E. H. Hargraves, a significant figure known as the Gold Discoverer of Australia. With his rugged appearance and determined gaze, Hargraves stands tall against a backdrop of an Australian gold field. The photographer, Thomas Tyrwhitt Balcombe, skillfully captures the essence of colonial life with this print. The rush for gold is palpable as men from all walks of life flocked to Bathurst, New South Wales upon hearing news of its discovery. Hargraves played a pivotal role in shaping Australia's history by uncovering this precious metal that would forever change the nation's destiny. As we examine the details within the frame, our eyes are drawn to the majestic horses standing beside Hargraves. These animals were not only essential for transportation but also served as loyal companions during arduous journeys through wild landscapes. This print serves as a testament to both human resilience and nature's bounty. It encapsulates an era when dreams were forged on dusty fields and fortunes were won or lost with each swing of a pickaxe. Preserved within the archives of Mitchell Library at State Library of New South Wales, this historic image reminds us of Australia's rich heritage and how one man's determination can shape an entire nation's future.
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