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Edward Hammond Hargraves

    Edward Hammond Hargraves is remembered as the catalyst for the Australian gold rush, announcing his gold discovery in 1851. This momentous find triggered a massive influx of people, irrevocably altering the Australian landscape and society. Although his claim to the initial discovery was later contested, his actions remain a pivotal moment in the nation's history.

    Australia and Its Gold Fields: A Historical Sketch of the Progress of the Australian Colonies