Ernest Giles was an Australian explorer born in 1835, known for his significant contributions to the exploration of central Australia. He undertook several expeditions in the 1860s and 1870s, mapping uncharted territories and providing valuable information about the region's geography and resources. His journeys helped to expand European knowledge of the Australian interior. Giles is particularly recognized for his exploration of the Great Victoria Desert and the MacDonnell Ranges. His work laid the groundwork for future explorers and settlers, and he is remembered as a key figure in the history of Australian exploration. Giles passed away in 1897.