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First Australian Chaplains and Early Missioning
The Voice of The North recalls the convict settlement era in New South Wales. Rev Richard Johnston became the first chaplain on October 25 1786, laboring amid crime and indifference from military authorities. In March 1794 Rev Samuel Marsden arrived, clashing with troops but earning official respect over time.
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New South Wales
Crown
England
Richard Johnston
Australia
Samuel Marsden
Johnson
Carson Cross Sa
New England
Sydney
William the Fourth