Person    | Male  Born 1775  Died 24/11/1830

Bungaree

Categories: Exploring, Race Issues

Countries: Australia

Or Boongaree. Aboriginal Australian from the Kuringgai people of the Broken Bay area north of Sydney.  Known as an explorer, entertainer, and Aboriginal community leader. Worked with Flinders as as an interpreter, guide and negotiator with local indigenous groups.

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Bungaree

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Flinders statue

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