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I'm not doubting your aural history at all here, but could it be that this is a memory muddle? There was a ship called the Earl Stanhope which docked at New Zealand in 1841- taking early settlers I believe. ( not sure if they'd come from England or NSW).

Otherwise how old was William, was he from Kent? Do you have his baptism?
btw Chevening is not "in" Sevenoaks, its a nearby but entirely separate Parish.

Hi KatrinaB,

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There's no need to purchase anything to begin with as there are plenty of free versions, however the paid upgrade usually gives you many more features. I like RootsMagic but there a many people here using other software. It is best to find one you like and stick with it rather than learn all over again each time you change, as with any software.

There will always be plenty of people here to help if you need it.


Mike.