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GALEA, Salvatore

Born 12 December 1913

Origin Reggio Calabria, Gerace, Italy
First settled in Deanmill, WA
Original Occupation Farmer
Occupation in Australia Timber Faller

FLORENTIA

Departure Port Napoli
Arrival Year 1952

Fremantle

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Farmed in Italy. Went to Africa and worked on road construction. Returned to Italy and served in World War II. POW 7 years. Returned, married and had 4 children, (1 deceased). Unable to make a living. Migrated to Australia. Sent for family 5 years later. Had extra 2 children in Australia.

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