Charles Sturt

Charles Sturt was a 19th-century British explorer and colonial officer known for mapping Australia's interior. His expeditions, particularly along the Murray and Darling Rivers, greatly expanded understanding of the continent’s geography. His work helped pave the way for European settlement and development of rural Australia. Sturt was also influential in enhancing Australia's scientific and geographical knowledge, and his explorations demonstrated perseverance and leadership in uncharted territories.