Learn more about Irish bigamy in colonial NSW at the Liverpool City Library
This Family History Month, join Damian Gleeson at the Liverpool City Library for a fascinating talk exploring love, marriage and bigamy among Irish convicts in early New South Wales.
Historian and genealogist Dr Damian John Gleeson will share insights from his new book, Irish Bigamy: New Insights into Colonial New South Wales. Based on over 100 real cases, Dr Gleeson reveals how convicts — regardless of religion — navigated relationships and sometimes bent the rules to remarry in the early colony.
About the speaker
Dr Damian John Gleeson is a well-regarded genealogist and historian, with numerous publications in both Australia and Ireland. His latest book, Irish Bigamy: New Insights into Colonial New South Wales, will be available for purchase for $30.00.
Details
When: Friday, 1st of August
Time: 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm
Where: Liverpool City Library (Yellamundie)
Bookings essential
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