Free settlers began arriving soon after the First Fleet, however, the real flow of immigrants began in the early 19th century. Some were wealthy, most were impoverished farmers escaping problems in Europe. They drove the development of agriculuture, and later, mining.
Colonies such as South Australia were founded as a place for free settlers. Includes many intriguing reproductions of early drawings and paintings from the first days of the colony.
| ISBN: | 9781742456737 |
| Publication date: | 1st April 2015 |
| Author: | Margaret McPhee |
| Publisher: | Australian Geographic an imprint of Woodslane Press |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Pagination: | 32 pages |
| Series: | Australian Geographic History |
| Genres: |
History |
Free settlers began arriving soon after the First Fleet, however, the real flow of immigrants began in the early 19th century. Some were wealthy, most were impoverished farmers escaping problems in Europe.
Free Settlers features in the following genres: History
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Free Settlers was written by Margaret McPhee and published by Australian Geographic an imprint of Woodslane Press
Free Settlers has 32 pages
Yes it is part of Australian Geographic History series