LUCKAS, Paul & Gunda
Born 21 May 1915
Born 30 September 1925
Origin Bremen, Germany
Accompanying Family Solweig (18 month old daughter)
First settled in Northam, WA
Original Occupation Motor Mechanic
Occupation in Australia Motor Mechanic
CASTEL VERDE
Departure Port Bremerhaven
Arrival Year 1953
Fremantle
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After serving in WW2 Paul Luckas found himself a refugee. Seeking a new start with wife Gunda and their 18 month old daughter Solweig, he was told Australia was looking for skilled workers. They boarded the Castel Verde bound for Melbourne but disembarked at Fremantle. After hours of waiting they were given their 10pounds each and boarded a train for the Northam Camps.
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