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Arndell, Thomas

An assistant surgeon on the First Fleet who became a successful farmer in the Hawkesbury district.

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Born
England
1753
Arrived Sydney
26 Jan 1788
Died
Hawkesbury, NSW
02 May 1821
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1787 - 1788
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Owner of
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Arndell, Thomas

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Caught up in the Rum Rebellion, Thomas Arndell was loyal to Bligh and lost his magistracy and pension. With his wife, a former convict, he founded a successful family and farm at Cattai.