Government House, Perth
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Government House, Perth
The Government House at Perth, capital of Western Australia, pictured shortly after its completion. The building was designed by Lieutenant-Colonel Henderson of the Royal Engineers, and constructed for the most part by convict labour. The occasion illustrated here is the presentation of her Majesty Queen Victorias commission to the officers of the West Australian Volunteers. Date: 11 December 1863
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Australian Commission Convict Henderson Labour Perth Volunteers
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This striking photograph captures the grandeur of Government House in Perth, Western Australia, shortly after its completion in 1863. Designed by Lieutenant-Colonel John Septimus Roe Henderson of the Royal Engineers, the building was primarily constructed using convict labor. The image portrays an important moment in the history of Western Australia, as Her Majesty Queen Victoria's commission is being presented to the officers of the West Australian Volunteers. The occasion took place on 11 December 1863, marking a significant milestone in the colonial administration of the region. The Government House, with its imposing architecture and grandiose design, served as the official residence of the Governor of Western Australia until 1982. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, showcasing the grandeur and importance of Government House in the development of Western Australia.
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