George Drevar
1833–1890 (age 57)
Biography
George Drevar was a sailor whose maritime career reflected the seafaring traditions that connected Australia to the wider world. Born in 1833, he spent his working life at sea, contributing to the maritime commerce and communication that sustained colonial Australia's connection to distant ports and peoples.
Drevar's life at sea concluded in 1890, and he was laid to rest at Rookwood Necropolis. His occupation represented the vital maritime heritage that was essential to Australia's development as a colonial nation engaged in global trade and communication.