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RST Apology to Tasmanian Aboriginal people 2021.
RST Apology to Tasmanian Aboriginal people 2021.
William Lodewyk Crowther (1817-1885), surgeon, naturalist and politician, rose to prominence in Tasmania’s early colonial society, including serving a term as Premier of Tasmania (1878-79). His drive and indomitable character made him a popular figure and four years after his death, a monument was erected in Franklin Square, Hobart, in his honour. The unveiling ceremony took place on 9 January 1889 presided over by the Hon. Premier P.O. Fysh and witnessed by a large gathering including members of the government and other distinguished guests (The Mercury 9 January 1889, p. 2). Facing towards kunanyi/Mount Wellington, the solid bronze statue was a remarkable likeness and fine piece of work as it towered 8ft 6inches (2.5 m) above its freestone plinth bearing the inscription:
“Erected by a grateful public, and sincere personal friends, to perpetuate the memory of long and zealous political and professional services rendered in this colony by William Lodewyk Crowther, F.R.C.S., England, sometime Premier of Tasmania. Born 15th April 1817, died 12th April 1885.”
Published Papers
The Royal Society of Tasmania acknowledges, with deep respect, the traditional owners of this land, and the ongoing custodianship of the Aboriginal people of Tasmania. The Society pays respect to Elders past, present and emerging. We acknowledge that Tasmanian Aboriginal Peoples have survived severe and unjust impacts resulting from invasion and dispossession of their Country. As an institution dedicated to the advancement of knowledge, the Royal Society of Tasmania recognises Aboriginal cultural knowledge and practices and seeks to respect and honour these traditions and the deep understanding they represent.
On 15 February 2021, the Royal Society of Tasmania offered a formal Apology to the Tasmanian Aboriginal people.
