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KENGEN, Johannes Joseph

Origin Geleen, Netherlands
First settled in Perth, WA

MAETSUYCKER

Departure Port Marseille
Arrival Year 1949

Fremantle

16 panel

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After serving in WWII as a young man Johannes chose Australia for his new beginning. With just a suitcase in his hand, Johannes was able to become a successful businessman, family man and community member.
'I'm thankful for Australia, I'm proud to be Australian'.

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