Thomas Henry Fitzgerald, Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death

Thomas Henry Fitzgerald

Irish politician in New Zealand and Queensland

Date of Birth: 01-Dec-1824

Place of Birth: Carrickmacross, Border Region, Ireland

Date of Death: 10-Nov-1888

Profession: politician

Nationality: New Zealand

Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius

Thomas Henry Fitzgerald (1 December 1824 – 10 November 1888) was a pioneer in sugar cane farming in the early days of the colony of Queensland, Australia.
He was a politician, first in New Zealand, then in Queensland.
His descendants went on to become notable names in Queensland politics, business and law.
He will be best remembered for founding the town of Innisfail. Over a varied and interesting life, Fitzgerald was a surveyor, sugar cane farmer, Superintendent, Colonial Treasurer and pioneer.