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Crimean War Veterans in Western Australia

After the Crimean War of 1854-56 in Europe, hundreds of military pensioners settled in Western Australia. Here you can find profiles and stories of Western Australian enrolled pensioner guards, policemen, prison warders, free settlers and even convicts who were veterans of the Crimean War.

Redcoat Settlers in Western Australia 1826-1869

Royal Sappers and Miners in Western Australia

The Royal Sappers and Miners made a large contribution to the exploration and infrastructure of Western Australia in the 19th century. Here you can find profiles and stories of the men who, with the convicts, built the roads, water supplies, drainage systems and public buildings which put WA on the road to prosperity. A-Z Index of names.

When WW1 Came to Western Australia (Facebook)

A Facebook group to discuss and learn about the soldiers and nurses from Western Australia.