The Underwoods


		THE UNDERWOODS: LOCK, STOCK AND BARREL This is a history of the Underwood family in Australia written by Liz Parkinson.
		Published by The Lazy Lizard Written and Illustrated by Liz Parkinson a descendant of this family See also, 'Landmarks of Old Sydney Cove.' READ ABOUT THE UNDERWOOD REUNION HELD IN OCTOBER 2011
This is the story of three brothers who ended up in Sydney, Australia, in the early 1800's. They came from the east end of London, and virtually grew up on the docks at Bermondsey. They went on to own fleets of ships, employ hundreds of men, and carry cargoes all over the world.
The brothers were: 1. The Convict: James Underwood (1771 - 1844) had a 7-year sentence for supposedly stealing a couple of pairs of slippers, although innocent of breaking and entering. He established Sydney's first private shipyard on the Tank Stream, and an early distillery on his 100 acres at Paddington. Upon his death, he left a legendary Estate, requiring 3 Acts of Parliament to resolve. 2. The Merchant: Joseph Underwood (1779 - 1833) came to Australia in charge of one of his brother James' ships in 1807. They both ran ships to the sealing islands in Bass Strait, and spent the proceeds on more ships and land acquisitions. In his later years he became the Squire of Ashfield Park. 3. The Publican: William Underwood (1786 - 1827) sailed in and out of Australia a few times on his brother's ships, before settling at Ashfield. There he ran a pub on a corner of his brother Joseph's land, and had the disgrace of dying drunk in the street. The price of the book is AUD$25.00 including GST, plus post and packing.
ILLUSTRATIONS
Please refer to thumbnails below for Illustrations contained in the book. All are © Liz Parkinson. Click on an image to go to the gallery for viewing of larger Pictures.


The Underwood Buildings	Buildings at George Street	Church Hill

Ashfield Park House	Tank Stream	House & Distillery


Homebush	Homebush	Ashfield	Ashfield

Ashfield	Paddington	Paddington	Flemington