Dictionary of Sydney

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de Mestre, Prosper

Settler of French origin who built a successful mercantile business, became a director of the Bank of New South Wales and a founder of the local insurance industry.

Milestone
Born
at sea
1789
Died
Terara, NSW
14 Sep 1844
Occupation
Position
1840
Relationship
Relative of
Spouse
01 Mar 1821 - 14 Sep 1844