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Voyage
Transportation
William John Bell was transported on the Captain Cook, departing 5th Nov 1831 and arriving 2nd Apr 1832 with 103 passengers.
The ship, 'Captain Cook' was built at Whitby, England in 1826. Transported convicts to New South Wales in 1832, 1833 and 1836.
Captain Cook (generic)References
| Primary Source | NSW Gov Records. Irish Convicts. |
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Convict Notes
On list of male prisoners of the Crown who had arrived in the colony 1828 - 1832. Age 17. Assigned to John Burke at South Creek. 64297 William Bell 1838 14 April. Newcastle gaol entrance books 1838 Committed for trial for highway robbery. Sent to Sydney gaol. William Bell 6 January 1847 - State Archives NSW; Series: NRS 12210; Item: 4/4407; Roll: 1023 5ft 5 3/4in; ruddy complexion, brown hair, bluish eyes. Scar under the tip of chin. Tattoos sun on upper right arm etc. Was transported to Norfolk Island for life 7 May 1838 for highway robbery. Granted a Certificate of Freedom 6 January 1847.
Born - Antrim Ireland. Single - Watch makers apprentice. Sent to Norfolk Island.