William John Wills Quotes

A collection of quotes by William John Wills.

William John Wills (1834-1861) was an English surveyor and adventurer renowned for his participation in the Burke and Wills expedition in Australia. Born in England, Wills migrated to Australia in 1852 and became a skilled surveyor. In 1860, he joined Robert O'Hara Burke on the ill-fated expedition to cross Australia from south to north. Despite difficulties, Wills displayed great resilience and scientific acumen during the journey. Tragically, both Burke and Wills perished on the return journey due to a lack of supplies and extreme conditions. Wills' role in the expedition and his important scientific contributions have made him a prominent figure in Australian history.

We have this morning dropped anchor, just off Williamstown.

We have this morning dropped anchor, just off Williamstown.

William John Wills

Morning

What you say about this world I do not quite agree with I th

What you say about this world I do not quite agree with I think it a very good world, and only requires a person to be reasonable in his expectations, and not to trust too much to others.

William John Wills

Trust

At any rate, girls are differently situated. Having no need

At any rate, girls are differently situated. Having no need of deep scientific knowledge, their education is confined more to the ordinary things of the world, the study of the fine arts, and of the manners and dispositions of people.

William John Wills

Education

The actual danger is nothing, and the positive advantages ve

The actual danger is nothing, and the positive advantages very great.

William John Wills

Positive