George Raper, Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death

George Raper

English naval officer and illustrator

Date of Birth: 19-Sep-1769

Place of Birth: London

Date of Death: 29-Sep-1796

Profession: painter, naval officer, biological illustrator

Zodiac Sign: Virgo

George Raper (19 September 1769 – 29 September 1796) was a Royal Navy officer who accompanied the First Fleet to Australia.
He is known today for his watercolour illustrations, including the first depictions of the birds and flowers of Sydney Cove.