Brisbane, Thomas, Sir, 1773-1860
Astronomer and patron of science. Brisbane, a respected and successful soldier, was Governor of New South Wales (NSW), Australia 1821-1825. During this period he furthered his astronomical studies, built an observatory at Parramatta and made the first extensive observations of the southern stars since Lacaille in 1751-1752.
From the description of Letters, 1825-1830. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 155006054
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