Lachlan Macquarie
Lachlan Macquarie was the Governor of New South Wales from 1810 to 1821, known for his significant contributions to the colony's infrastructure and development. His tenure is marked by a vision to transform the penal colony into a thriving community, including the establishment of public buildings and hospitals, famously known as the 'Rum Hospital'. Macquarie's administration faced challenges from powerful landowners and military officers, particularly related to the rum trade, which was pivotal to the colony's economy.
Born on Feb 01, 1762 (264 years old)
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| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| India | 1 | 7.00 | 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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Lachlan Macquarie became governor of New South Wales and needed to improve the colony's infrastructure.
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