From Prisoners to Pioneers

A Genealogy of John Frawley & Mary Ann McGarry

Tracy P Rockwell

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Ashnong Pty Ltd T/As Pegasus Publishing
14 February 2025

Biography: general; Australasian & Pacific history; Family history, tracing ancestors

Series: The Rockwell Genealogies

Tracing the rich and complex history of John Frawley (c.1816-1901) and Mary Ann McGarry (c.1815-1889), this meticulously researched volume delves into the journey of two Irish convicts who overcame adversity to establish a pioneering legacy in both Pambula, New South Wales, and Toowoomba, Queensland. Their story is interwoven with the ancestral threads of the Frawley, Kenny, McGarry, and Heffernan families, offering a compelling exploration of their origins, struggles, and triumphs. Through detailed genealogical records, personal accounts, and historical context, this book brings to life the resilience and sacrifices of those who shaped the family's lineage, preserving their memories for future generations.

As part of the expansive Rockwell Genealogies, this volume serves as both a historical tribute and a deeply personal endeavour, born out of four decades of dedicated research. Beyond mere names and dates, it seeks to capture the essence of a bygone era, ensuring that the stories, traditions, and experiences of these ancestors do not fade into obscurity. By chronicling the migration, challenges, and enduring spirit of this family, the book offers not only a valuable genealogical resource, but is also a heartfelt homage to the past, inviting readers to walk in the footsteps of these forebears and connect with the legacy they left behind.

By: Tracy P Rockwell
Imprint: Ashnong Pty Ltd T/As Pegasus Publishing
Volume: 5
Dimensions: Height: 276mm, Width: 203mm, Spine: 24mm
Weight: 1.002kg
ISBN: 9781925909197
ISBN 10: 1925909190
Series: The Rockwell Genealogies
Pages: 346
Publication Date: 14 February 2025
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Dr Tracy Rockwell (1955) originally taught in both primary and high schools and was later appointed as a lecturer in the Faculty of Education at Sydney University, where he spent 25 years, ahead of launching out on his own as an author, artist, and scholar. As a sportman he was a swimmer, surf life saver, rugby player, a NSW representative water polo player, and in 2021 was Oceanic Indoor Rowing champion for his age group. With a penchant for history he has written widely and published 'Water Warriors: Chronicle of Australian Water Polo' in 2009, receiving the 'Harry Quittner Medal' for his contribution to Australian Water Polo. He is also an avid genealogist and continues his 'Rockwell Genealogies' with this publication.

Reviews for From Prisoners to Pioneers: A Genealogy of John Frawley & Mary Ann McGarry

Marvellously readable & impeccably researched... an inspiring example to genealogists everywhere, as well as being a real contribution to the history of the South Coast and the Monaro District of New South Wales.