James Dempsey (builder)

James Dempsey
Born1768/9
Ireland
Died12 February 1838
Sydney, Australia
NationalityIrish
OccupationBuilder
Years active1814 - 1838
Known forOrganising the first Roman Catholic community in Australia

James Dempsey, transported from Ireland following the 1798 rebellion, was the founder of the first Roman Catholic community in Australia and was a major contributor to the building of the first Catholic cathedral in Australia.

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