1820 British Settler

Hannah Scanlan 6 , together with her parents and 4 siblings, were members of Parker's Party of Settlers on the East Indian.

Party originated from Cork, Ireland.
The family travelled to Cork from their home in Longford Town , County Westmeath. Departure Cork, Ireland 12 February 1820. Arrival Simon's Bay, Cape Town - 1 May 1820. Final Port Saldhana Bay.

Children :

• William Scanlan 16
  
• John Scanlan 13
  
• Charles Scanlan 11
  
• Thomas Scanlan 8
  
• Hannah Scanlan 6
  

John emigrated to Australia at some stage.Charles son, SirThomas became the first SA born Governor of the Cape.A first son George died at 15 and is buried in the grounds of Temple michael John, Longford Town.A youngest son George also died young(1817-1820).
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