Photograph, Re-enactment of Churchill Island landing 2001, 2001

Historical information

In 1801, Lieutenant James Grant of the British survey vessel Lady Nelson landed on Churchill Island, clearing land to plant the first European agricultural crops in Victoria, namely corn and wheat. Re-enactment in 2001.

Significance

Historical

Physical description

Nine coloured [ 10x15 cms] photos showing people dressed in historical costumes as members of the landing party and the sailing ship replica, Lady Nelson.

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