Summary
Born
Jan 1820
Conviction
Unknown
Departure
Dec 1849
Arrival
May 1850
Death
Unknown
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Personal Information
Name: Bridget Bell
Gender: Female
Born: 1st Jan 1820
Death: Unknown
Age at death: Unknown
Occupation: Housemaid
Crime
Crime: Unknown
Convicted at: Ireland, Meath
Sentence term: 7 years
Voyage
Departed: 17th Dec 1849
Ship: Earl Grey
Arrival: 9th May 1850
Place of Arrival: Van Diemen's Land
Transportation
Bridget Bell was transported on the Earl Grey, departing 17th Dec 1849 and arriving 9th May 1850 with 123 passengers.
Built at Newcastle Upon Tyne in 1835. 571 tons. Made 4 voyages to Australia transporting convicts. n.b. Registers of some voyages are not yet complete - currently being updated. Please note if searching records.
Earl Grey (generic)References
| Primary Source | Tasmanian Archives - linctas |
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Convict Notes
Level 108
Level 108
Bridget BELL was convicted at Meath, Ireland on 26 Feb 1849 for larceny - stealing 16 fowls. 7yr transportation sentence. Sent to Van Diemen's Land (Tasmania) per 'Earl Grey' 1850. Aged 30yrs; widow; 4'11"; Roman Catholic; housemaid. Native Place: Co. Westmeath, Ireland. Sister: Maria Sister: Susan, in America