C. Y. O'Connor
Charles Yelverton O'Connor, CMG (11 January 1843 – 10 March 1902), was an Irish engineer who is best known for his work in Western Australia, especially the construction of Fremantle Harbour, thought to be impossible, and the Goldfields Water Supply Scheme.
Charles Yelverton O'Connor | |
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C. Y. O'Connor, 1891 | |
| Born | 11 January 1843 Gravelmount House, Castletown, County Meath, Ireland |
| Died | 10 March 1902 (aged 59) Robb Jetty, South Fremantle, Western Australia |
| Occupation | Engineer |
| Spouse | Susan Laetitia Ness (m.1873–1902; his death) |
| Children | 8, including Laetitia Kathleen and Bridget Yelverton |
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