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The point and purpose of Charles Sturt's main 1829 journey was to find where the westward flowing rivers of New South Wales went. It was unusual for a river to flow away from the coast rather than towards it, and he wished to determine the course and final destination of the rivers, including whether they flowed to an inalnd sea or not.
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What was Charles Sturt's middle name?
Charles Napier Sturt.
What sort of person was Charles Sturt?
charles sturt was a explorer
Where was Charles Sturt's 2nd expedition?
Charles Sturt's second journey was sponsored by Governor Darling who commissioned Sturt to trace the course of the Murrumbidgee River, and to see whether it joined to the Darling. This was in December 1829- February 1830. On this expedition, Sturt discovered that the Murrumbidgee River flowed into the Murray (previously named the Hume), as did the Darling.
What was Charles Sturt's occupation?
Charles Sturt's occupation was Surveyor-General.
How did Captain Charles Sturt travel on his expedition?
Captain Charles Sturt, like many explorers, usually explored on horseback and on foot. However, on his most famous and significant journey, the tracing of the Murray River, he used a whaleboat.
Did Sturt die on his journey?
No. Explorer Charles Sturt returned from every one of his journeys alive. He eventually returned to England, which is where he died on 16 June 1869, aged 74.
When was City of Charles Sturt created?
City of Charles Sturt was created in 1997.
When was Charles Sturt University created?
Charles Sturt University was created in 1989.
Where did Charles Sturt die?
Charles Sturt died of natural causes in England in 1869.
Was Charles Sturt A governor?
No, Charles Sturt was never a Governor of Australia. He was an inland explorer.
What is Charles Sturt University's motto?
The motto of Charles Sturt University is 'For the public good'.
What Is Charles Sturts Parents Names?
His parents names are jame sturt and juley
