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   Batman, John (1801 - 1839) | 
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| Born: 21 January 1801 New South Wales, Australia. Died: 6 May 1839 Victoria, Australia. | ||
| John Batman was the first person to realise the potential of land near the Yarra River as a spot for a town and is thus considered one of the founders of Melbourne. | 
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