Caroline Chisholm

Biography

Caroline Chisholm

The Emigrants' Friend

Caroline Chisholm was one of the most remarkable women of 19th century Australia. Her tireless advocacy for female immigrants and families earned her the enduring title of “The Emigrants’ Friend.”

Timeline of Life

1808
Born in Northampton, England
1838
Arrives in Australia
1841
Opens Female Immigrants Home in Sydney

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