Chronologies

These chronologies list the important dates of the Burke and Wills expedition and William Wright's follow-up supply party. They trace key events from the departure of the expedition at Royal Park in August 1860 to the rescue of John King, the last survivor of Burke's party, in September 1861. 


Will's last notes - detail

Burke and Wills Expedition

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Burke's burial - detail of Strutt's painting

William Wright and the Supply Party

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