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Transportation
John Bennett was transported on the Jane, departing 29th Apr 1831 and arriving 5th Nov 1831 with 139 passengers.
A teak built, coppered and copper fastened vessel. 1831 sailing: The Jane departed Cove harbour, Ireland on 29 April 1831 for New South Wales, Australia. 128 prisoners, 66th Reserve Guard. 5 prisoners embarked at Cape of Good Hope. Two died during voyage. (on this site, names & details are currently being listed - as yet incomplete)
Jane (generic)References
| Primary Source | Irish Convict Database, by Peter Mayberry. |
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Convict Notes
TIPPERARY ASSIZES The following are the sentences at the Assizes; … John Bennett, for stealing a calf, to be transported for 7 years. ... Clonmel Herald, 21 Aug 1830
Irish Convict Database, by Peter Mayberry. John Bennett, age on arrival, 27, per Jane (1) 1831. Tried 1830, at Tipperary, 7 years for Stealing calf. DOB, 1804 native place, Tipperary. Married, 1 child. Catholic. Butcher.