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Norfolk Island Research and Genealogy Centre was established to help the researchers from across the world, who is a descendant of Norfolk or Pitcairn Island. The centre is counted under the Norfolk Island and Science and Technology. It is also open to researchers, who take a special interest in the island's history and culture.
Norfolk Island is not only rich in natural beauty but also bears a rich historical background. The island's history is a perfect blend of the cultures of Australia, Scotland, England, Ireland, Wales, United States and Pitcairn Island. The Norfolk Island genealogy gives an overview of the different periods of settlements, who contributed to the island's culture. The island was first discovered by Captain Cook in 1774. Then in 1788 the island was inhabited by lieutenant Philip Gidley King with 22 people. Te second settlement was Captain R. Turton who settled down in the island with his people including convicts. Finally the island was surrendered to the Pitcairiners who inhabited the Norfolk Island.
The research center owns several books on Norfolk history, Pitcairn Island and also on the Bounty Mutineers, who are regarded to be the early settlers of Norfolk Island. Norfolk Island Research and Genealogy Centre can be contacted through their postal address.
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