Alexander Riley
Alexander Riley was an early Australian merchant known for his role in the rum trade during the colonial period. He was one of the contractors partnered with Governor Lachlan Macquarie to import Bengal rum, which was used to finance public projects like the Rum Hospital. Riley's involvement in the rum economy placed him at the heart of the political and economic struggles of the time, contributing to the tensions that led to the Rum Rebellion.
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| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| India | 1 | 6.00 | 0.20% | +0% | 1,380,004,385 | 2,822,095 | $2,900,000 | 5,930$ |
| Totals | 1 | 1,380,004,385 | 2,822,095 | $2,900,000 | 5,930$ |
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Alexander Riley was one of the businessmen involved in the arrangement with Lachlan Macquarie.
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