Dictionary of Sydney

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Mak, Sai Ying 麥世英

First known Chinese born settler in Sydney who worked as a publican, carpenter and builder in the Parramatta district. He was also known as John 麥世英 Shying.

Milestone
Born
Canton, China
1796
Arrived Sydney
1818
Departed Sydney
1832
Arrived Sydney
1836
Name
Alternate
Mai Shi Ying
Alternate
Shying, John
Occupation
Position
1818 - 1821
1829 - 1830
Relationship
Spouse
1823 - 1836