Mr White, Harris and Laing with a party of Soldiers visiting
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Mr White, Harris and Laing with a party of Soldiers visiting
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1788 18th Century Australasia First Harris Laing Length New South Wales Surgeon Thomas Watling Visiting Watling Botany Bay John White
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This evocative image captures a significant moment in the early history of Australia, as Surgeon John White, Assistant Surgeon Thomas Harris, and Marine Sergeant Thomas Laing welcome a party of British soldiers to the shores of New South Wales in 1788. The scene takes place at Botany Bay, where the First Fleet, led by Captain Arthur Phillip, had arrived just a few months prior, marking the beginning of British colonization in Australia. John White (1752-1832), a renowned surgeon, had been appointed as the Fleet's Surgeon-General, bringing with him a wealth of medical knowledge and experience. Thomas Harris (1756-1812), who served as an assistant surgeon, and Thomas Laing (1759-1830), a marine sergeant and later the first European farmer in New South Wales, are also prominently featured in this photograph. The soldiers, dressed in their red coats and bearing muskets, are seen disembarking from a small boat, their eyes fixed on the shore as they prepare to set foot on the unfamiliar land. The trio of White, Harris, and Laing stand at the water's edge, extending warm greetings and gestures of friendship to their new arrivals. The serene waters of Botany Bay, dotted with small boats and the lush greenery of the Australian landscape, create a picturesque backdrop to this historic encounter. This photograph, taken from the extensive collection of Mary Evans Prints Online, offers a fascinating glimpse into the early days of European settlement in Australia. The camaraderie and sense of unity between the medical personnel and the soldiers, as they embark on this new adventure together, serve as a poignant reminder of the complex and intriguing history that unfolded in the lands of Australasia.
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