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See all formats and editions hide other formats and editions. Thomas white 09 apr 1770 mabbettsville, dutchess, new york 15 apr 1859 managed by douglas german elizabeth white forfar 25 sep 1811 roderhope, alston, cumberland, england 29 oct 1884. Thomas michael keneally, ao born 7 october 1935 is a prolific australian novelist, playwright, and essayist. Apps thomas family tree 20061028 genealogy website for nation and dickson families australia, scotland and england 20061110 england. Get inspiration from the latest top 50 kids books quick reference guide.
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