In 1945; Australian immigration policy anticipated an influx of 70;000 migrants a year. The Australian government primarily sought out European migrants and; in order to transport these people; a large number of ships was required for the task. Australian Migrant Ships 1946-1977 is a catalogue of the ships that participated in this migration effort. The book provides information on the life history and function of each ship; and includes individual listings for the year of construction; tonnage; dimensions; service speed; and propulsion type. The book also contains photographs of each ship.
#5122493 in Books 2001-02-02Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 12.25 x .62 x 9.25l; 2.10 #File Name: 1861263724128 pages
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