George Gawler


George Gawler

2nd Governor of South Australia
Preceded byJohn Hindmarsh
Succeeded byGeorge Grey
Personal details
Born21 July 1795
Died7 May 1869
Southsea
Resting placePortsmouth
Spouse(s)Maria
OccupationArmy officer, Colonial administrator
AwardsKnight of the Royal Guelphic Order
Military service
AllegianceGreat Britain (1793-1801)
United Kingdom (1801-1846)
Branch/service British Army

Lieutenant-Colonel George Gawler, KH, (21 July 1795 – 7 May 1869) was the second governor of South Australia; from 17 October 1838 until 15 May 1841.


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