One account has it that, on the day Phillip had organized a whale feast in order to reestablish relations with the Eora, the Governor hurried over and approached Bennelong, who was with a group of roughly 20 warriors.

What was Bennelong known for?

Bennelong, like Arabanoo, soon adopted European dress and ways, and was trained in the English language. He is known to have taught the Sydney Aboriginal language to George Bass.

Who was Bennelong and what did he do?

Bennelong (1764?-1813), Aboriginal man, was captured in November 1789 and brought to the settlement at Sydney Cove by order of Governor Arthur Phillip, who hoped to learn from him more of the natives' customs and language.