How to Pronounce John Burnett (colonial secretary)
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About John Burnett Colonial Secretary
- John Burnett (September 1781 – 10 July 1860) was the first Colonial Secretary of Van Diemen's Land.Burnett served from March 1826 until 1835.
- Several scandals and maladministration characterised his tenure.
- He worked with Lieutenant Governor George Arthur in conducting the Vandemonian wars against the aboriginal population.
