Rural scene Peterborough Estate, Shellharbour about 1920

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TitleRural scene Peterborough Estate, Shellharbour about 1920Photo Number001582Datec.1920DescriptionD'Arcy Wentworth sailed from Ireland to Australia in 1790 as an assistant surgeon on the Second Fleet. He was sent to Norfolk Island where his work as a surgeon led to his promotion to Superintendent of convicts. He returned to Sydney and was the colony's principal surgeon. He was also appointed a magistrate, superintendent of police, and was a foundation director of the Bank of NSW. He was given a number of land grants in the Shellharbour area between Lake Illawarra and Minnamurra River. The estate was called 'Peterborough'.PlaceShellharbourLocationShellharbour Village Last edited by: Will Chittick

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Rural scene Peterborough Estate, Shellharbour about 1920

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Rural scene Peterborough Estate, Shellharbour about 1920