Dictionary of Sydney

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Robinson, Hercules

Governor whose attempts to foster stability in New South Wales government were unpopular with politicians, but whose sporting interests made him popular with the public.

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Born
Rosmead, County Westmeath, Ireland
19 Dec 1824
Arrived Sydney
03 Jun 1872
Departed Sydney
19 Mar 1879
Died
London, England
28 Oct 1897
Name
Alternate
1st Baron Rosmead
Occupation
Position
03 Jun 1872 - 19 Mar 1879