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1825–1856 British colony, later called Tasmania

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Van Diemen's Land was the colonial name of the island of Tasmania during the European exploration and colonisation of Australia in the 19th century. The Aboriginal-inhabited island was first visited by the Dutch ship captained by Abel Tasman in 1642, working under the sponsorship of Anthony van Diemen, the Governor-General of the Dutch East Indies. The British retained the name when they established a settlement in 1803 before it became a separate colony in 1825. Its penal colonies became notorious destinations for the transportation of convicts due to the harsh environment, isolation and reputation for being escape-proof.

Facts from Wikidata (CC0). Image by Bytor via Wikimedia Commons (CC BY 4.0).

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Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland
Inception: December 3, 1825

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