Dictionary of Sydney

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Lawson, Nelson Simmons

Pastoralist who, like his father, had extensive land holdings around Prospect and in the Mudgee district. He was born on the Lady Nelson commanded by Captain Simmons, as the family returned from Norfolk Island.

Milestone
Born
at sea
26 May 1806
Died
Prospect
03 Feb 1849
Occupation
Position
01 Aug 1848 - 03 Feb 1849
Property
Owner of
1836 - 1849
Relationship
Child of
Child of