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Alexander Berry
(1781 - 1873)
Scottish surgeon, merchant, and explorer
Scottish surgeon
merchant
and explorer
Alexander Berry was a Scottish surgeon turned merchant and pioneering explorer in early Australian colonial history.
Alexander Berry was born in Scotland in 1781 and trained as a surgeon before embarking on a career in commerce.
In 1822, he emigrated to New South Wales and, alongside his partner Edward Wollstonecraft, acquired large land grants in the Illawarra region.
Berry played a central role in establishing the settlement of Dapto and served as a magistrate and community leader.
He oversaw expansive agricultural and pastoral operations, becoming one of the most influential entrepreneurs in colonial Australia.
His efforts in infrastructure development, land management, and philanthropy had a lasting impact on the growth of New South Wales.
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Alexander Berry