Meehan, James
Irish-born convict who became a surveyor, explorer and settler.
Milestones
Born
1774
Arrived Sydney
1800
Died
21 Apr 1826
Occupations
Meehan, James
by Tony Dawson, 2008
Transported for his part in the Irish rebellion of 1798, James Meehan became an exceptional surveyor and explorer of Sydney, New South Wales and Tasmania, before retiring to the large land grant he received at Macquariefield, as reward for his services.
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