About Caroline Chevalier
Lived 1832 – 1917 (aged 84–85). Caroline Chevalier was a New Zealand writer.
Caroline Chevalier (née Wilkie; 23 March 1836 – 26 December 1917) was a British writer and one of the first women to write about travelling in New Zealand. On her death, a collection of her deceased husband's works was given to the New Zealand government.
Chevalier was born in London, the daughter of Frederick and Sarah Wilkie. She was married to Nicholas Chevalier, and the Scottish artist David Wilkie was one of her relatives.
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Who was Caroline Chevalier?
Writer and traveller
When was Caroline Chevalier born?
Caroline Chevalier was born in 1832.
When did Caroline Chevalier die?
Caroline Chevalier died on 26 December 1917.
What was Caroline Chevalier's occupation?
Caroline Chevalier was a writer.
What nationality was Caroline Chevalier?
Caroline Chevalier was New Zealand.
Sources & further reading
· Wikipedia: Caroline Chevalier
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Caroline Chevalier. https://biography.guide/caroline-chevalier/
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