David Unaipon
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David Ngunaitponi (28 September 1872 – 7 February 1967), known as David Unaipon, was an Aboriginal Australian preacher, inventor, and author. A Ngarrindjeri man, his contribution to Australian society helped to break many stereotypes of Aboriginal people, and he is featured on the Australian $50 note in commemoration of his work. He was the son of preacher and writer James Unaipon.
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Born | David Ngunaitponi (1872-09-28)28 September 1872 |
Died | 7 February 1967(1967-02-07) (aged 94) Tailem Bend, South Australia, Australia |
Nationality | Aboriginal Australian (Portaulun)[1] |
Other names | David Unaipon (Anglicisation) |
Education | Raukkan mission school |
Spouse | Katherine Carter (née Sumner) |
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