Andrew Thompson

Name: Andrew Thompson
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From Boy Convict to Wealthiest Settler in Colonial Australia

Annegret Hall

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Esh Publication
29 March 2021

Biography: historical, political & military; History; British & Irish history; Australasian & Pacific history; Modern history to 20th century: c 1700 to c 1900

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Andrew Thompson is among the most inspiring men of early colonial Australia.

Born in rural Scotland in 1773, Andrew was transported to New South Wales aged 18 on an uncertain stealing charge and became one of the richest and most successful men in colonial Australia. As a police Chief Constable he gained prominence through his honesty, leadership and industry, and was appointed to official posts by Governors Hunter, King, Bligh and Macquarie. He built a vast business empire despite opposition from the all-powerful NSW Corps and John Macarthur. Thompson was the first ex-convict to be made a Chief Magistrate. He became a friend of Governor Macquarie, to whom he bequeathed part of his vast estate. Loved by the Hawkesbury settlers and honoured by Governors, Andrew Thompson gained more fame and fortune in New South Wales than he could ever have hoped for in his native land.

By: Annegret Hall
Imprint: Esh Publication
Dimensions: Height: 234mm, Width: 156mm, Spine: 20mm
Weight: 531g
ISBN: 9780987629227
ISBN 10: 0987629220
Pages: 346
Publication Date: 29 March 2021
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active