Question

Who was the premier of Queensland. Queensland was a vocal about annexation of new guinea and in 1883, the premier of Queensland send a message Britain to annex the island.

Answer 1

In 1883, the Premier of Queensland was Sir Thomas McIlwraith. He was a prominent advocate for the annexation of New Guinea, reflecting the broader desire among some in Queensland for expansion and control over neighboring territories. McIlwraith's government formally requested that Britain annex New Guinea, which was eventually realized in part with the annexation in 1884.