Louis John Michel
Australian gold prospector
About Louis John Michel
Lived 1825 – 1904 (aged 79). Louis John Michel was a prospector, gold miner, publican and local government officer.
Louis John Michel (1825–1904) is the person of which the suburb of Melbourne named Warrandyte was formed upon. He is credited with the first discovery of gold in Victoria. Gold was first discovered in Warrandyte, Victoria at Andersons Creek in 1851. A cairn was erected in 1938 marking the spot.
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Who was Louis John Michel?
Australian gold prospector (1825–1904)
When was Louis John Michel born?
Louis John Michel was born on 5 July 1825 in Walworth.
When did Louis John Michel die?
Louis John Michel died on 24 September 1904.
What was Louis John Michel's occupation?
Louis John Michel was a prospector, gold miner, publican and local government officer.
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