David Blackburn (Royal Navy officer)
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Lieutenant David Blackburn (1 January 1753 – 10 January 1795) was a Royal Navy officer.[1] He was Commanader of the ship HMS Sirius on its voyage to Norfolk Island in March 1790[2] having been Master of HMS Supply in the First Fleet that established the British settlement in New South Wales, Australia in 1788.[3]
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David Blackburn | |
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Born | (1753-01-01)1 January 1753 Newbury, Berkshire, England |
Died | 10 January 1795(1795-01-10) (aged 42) |
Nationality | British |
Occupation | Royal Navy officer |
Known for | Master of HMS Supply in the First Fleet to New South Wales |
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