Emigration to Australia in the 1850s
Thu 23 Jul 2026, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Thursday 23 Jul, 2026 10:00am - 12:00pm
An illustrated talk: Emigration to Australia was fraught with danger. Who went? Why? How?
Bill will draw on personal diaries during his talk.
Event Information
Price: £1
Course Weeks: 1
Room: Brunt Room
Campaign: Summer 2026 workshop Week
Your Tutor
Name: Bill Lindsey
Bio: After retiring from a career in Pharmaceuticals, Bill Lindsay has pursued an interest in Victorian History. He published a biography of his forefather, a Victorian shipping magnate, and MP, who was heavily involved in advocating for Southern Independence. Bill has conducted 60+ talk around the UK on his book. Bill lives in Letchworth and has completed several one-off talks in the Settlement.
Department: Humanities