John Palliser, Explorer & Geographer

A photograph of a painting of John Palliser. John Palliser (January 29, 1817 - August 18, 1887) was an Irish-born geographer and explorer. Born in Comeragh, County Waterford, Ireland to Colonel Wray Palliser. From 1839 to 1863, John Palliser served in the military and became a Captain in the Waterford artillery. He was also Sheriff of Waterford. His first hunting expedition was in 1847 in the American West.

No: UK1541
Photographer: M. Fafler
Date: Circa 1852
Donor: Name Kept Private

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