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Barney, George
Barney, George

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Harbour works

Barney, George

As the first Colonial Engineer, Captain George Barney aimed to strengthen Sydney's harbour defences, overseeing the design and construction of many major infrastructure projects, some of which still stand today, including Circular Quay and Fort Denison.

Barney, George

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Soldier and engineer who became Colonial Engineer under Governor Bourke.

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