A Pakistani history writer traced down his ancestors in Australia

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He came to Australia in 1895 from Indian Punjab and returned back to India 1918. Grave of his guide is traced in Victoria by his grand grandson Mohammed Aslam during his recent visit of Australia. Mohammed Aslam is an author of several books including the title Barr e Azam kay Musafer (Passengers of the continent) that describes the journey of his great grandfather and great grand uncle to Australia. Book is based on memory collection from his uncles. Mohammed Aslam is sharing information gathered about his ancestors including father who traveled to East Africa in 1930 to 1944 and great grandfather who stayed in Australia during gold rush era.



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