Local History Talk: Captain Robert Laurie of Fremantle

A sepia portrait of a man in a suit is overlaid on an old, colored illustration of a coastal town with ships in the harbor, a lighthouse, and waterfront buildings.
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Tuesday 24 March
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5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
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Location
Library
151 High St, Fremantle WA 6160

Join his great-grandson, the Hon. Robert Nicholson, as he discusses his books on Fremantle and the life of his great-grandfather.

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A Scottish born sailor at fifteen Robert Laurie migrated to Australia to join the Adelaide Steamship Company. In 1880, he was sent to Fremantle where he worked as a stevedore before becoming a member of the Legislative Council and first Chairman of the Fremantle Harbour Trust.

Robert fought to achieve proper marine standards to ensure the port attracted the patronage of international shipping.

Join his great-grandson, the Hon. Robert Nicholson, as he discusses his books on Fremantle and the life of his great-grandfather.

Fremantle History Centre | Free | Registration essential

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