George Gilbert b. 3 December 1815

Also known as George Alexander Gilbert
  • Artist (Printmaker),
  • Artist (Draughtsman),
  • Artist (Painter)
George Gilbert founded the first magazine in Victoria, and helped found the Melbourne debating society. He was a multi-talented artist, but was eventually declared bankrupt. Pursuing fortune, he travelled to New Zealand to participate in the gold rush.
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associate of
Melbourne Mechanics Institute, VIC
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associate of
Melbourne Debating Society, VIC
Other occupation
associate of
Port Phillip Academical Institution, Melbourne, VIC
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associate of
Port Phillip Magazine, VIC
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  • Melbourne Mechanics Institute, VIC (associate of)
  • Melbourne Debating Society, VIC (associate of)
  • Port Phillip Academical Institution, Melbourne, VIC (associate of)
  • Port Phillip Magazine, VIC (associate of)
  • Melbourne Mechanics Institute, VIC (associate of)
  • Melbourne Debating Society, VIC (associate of)
  • Port Phillip Academical Institution, Melbourne, VIC (associate of)