Samuel Duncan Parnell (19 February 1810 – 17 December 1890) was an early New Zealand settler often credited with the establishment of the Eight-hour day in New Zealand.
Read more about Samuel Duncan Parnell: Early Years, 1840–41, 1842–90, Commemoration
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