The story of William Buckley—an English convict whose daring escape from a penal colony and subsequent life in the uncharted Australian wilderness—is one of extraordinary survival and adaptability. In 1803, Buckley fled captivity near modern-day Melbourne and vanished into the bush, and was presumed dead. Yet, against all odds, he not only survived but thrived for more than three decades, living among the Wathaurong people and becoming a figure of legend. His story offers a remarkable glimpse into both the challenges of exile and the richness of Indigenous Australian culture.
William Buckley's transportation and escape as depicted by 19th century Aboriginal artist Tommy McRae
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William Buckley’s Extraordinary Survival in The Australian Wilderness
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