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Restoration of Order
- When
- 1810
- Where
- Sydney
Macquarie assumed office in 1810 to restore lawful government following the 1808 Rum Rebellion against Governor Bligh.
Following the armed takeover by the New South Wales Corps, Macquarie arrived to end military rule. His primary objective was restoring discipline and lawful administration. He was promoted to colonel in 1810, solidifying his authority as the fifth Governor of New South Wales.
Sources
- Lachlan Macquarie Wikipedia, revision of 2026-10-03
- History of Australia (1788–1850) Wikipedia
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