Australia, Tasmania, Migrant Files - FamilySearch Historical Records

What is in This Collection
These records contain sponsored migrant files, letters from their supporters, and inquiries from prospective settlers coming to Tasmania. Migrant files usually contain the name and other details about the individual including place of residence, departure location, and planned destination. Supporters may write a letter of recommendation for the hopeful migrant. The records come from the Tasmanian Archive and Heritage Office.

Collection Content
The following information may be found in this record:
 * Name and address of nominator (sponsor) and possible relationship to prospective migrant
 * Name and resident of nominee or prospective migrant
 * Occupation of nominee
 * If accompanied by family - number in family and maybe names, ages, and relationship

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I Found the Person I Was Looking For, What Now?

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The following articles will help you in your research for your family in Australia.
 * Record Finder
 * Australia Research Tips and Strategies

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