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Bennelong was taken from his people for the purpose of being used as a mediary between the white and Aboriginal cultures, a role he fulfilled admirably for many years. Bennelong willingly liaised between the cultures, and adopted European dress and other ways. At first, he did not lose face within his own tribe: his intervention was crucial when Captain Arthur Phillip was speared by local Aborigines as, by persuading the Governor that the attack was caused by a misunderstanding, further violence was avoided.
Bennelong travelled with Phillip to England in 1792, and returned to Australia in 1795. Following this, he suffered ostracism from the Aborigines when he found it too difficult to integrate into the European culture, and sought to return to his own people.
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What was Bennelong's last name?
Bennelong's full name was Woollarawarre Bennelong.
Did bennelong get married?
Barangaroo is Woollarawarre Bennelong wife.
When was Bennelong captured?
Bennelong was captured on 25 November 1789.
When was Bennelong Apartments created?
Bennelong Apartments was created in 1998.
Did Bennelong have children?
bennelong had 7 sisters and 1 brother
What did bennelong do in his life?
Bennelong lived in Governor, Arthur Phillip's house after he was captured.
How was Bennelong viewed by non-Aboriginals?
Most of the European settlers of Sydney Cove regarded Bennelong and the other Aborigines as savages to be feared or, at best, regarded with deep suspicion. On the other hand, Captain Arthur Phillip sought to find someone who could mediate between the two cultures (whites and non-whites), and he saw Bennelong as a valuable intermediary. Others around Phillip believed that Bennelong was a very fortunate individual who was being given a rare opportunity to "better" himself, by being integrated into white society. The problem was, Bennelong was never truly integrated. He became an outcast among his own people, and was never really accepted by the Europeans either.
Where did the aboriginals find medicine?
The aboriginals found medicine in the plants that surrounded them. They often used leaves to make medicines or poultices that were used to treat wounds.
What tribe was Bennelong in?
Bennelong was a senior tribesman of the Koori people in the Eora tribe.
Which Australian landmark is built at bennelong point?
The Sydney Opera house is built at Bennelong Point
Did Bennelong have an education?
nop
What happened to bennelong?
he died
