Patrick Quirk Caples
Irish-born gold prospector, explorer, mine director in Australia and New Zealand
About Patrick Quirk Caples
Lived 1829 – 1904 (aged 74–75). Patrick Quirk Caples was a New Zealand explorer, gold miner, board member and politician.
Patrick Quirk Caples ( – 27 November 1904) was a New Zealand gold prospector, explorer and mine director. He was born in Bilboa, County Limerick, Ireland, in about 1830.
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Who was Patrick Quirk Caples?
Irish-born gold prospector, explorer, mine director in Australia and New Zealand (1829-1904)
When was Patrick Quirk Caples born?
Patrick Quirk Caples was born in 1829.
When did Patrick Quirk Caples die?
Patrick Quirk Caples died on 27 November 1904 in Reefton.
What was Patrick Quirk Caples's occupation?
Patrick Quirk Caples was an explorer, gold miner, board member and politician.
What nationality was Patrick Quirk Caples?
Patrick Quirk Caples was New Zealand.
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