Summary
Born
Jan 1809
Conviction
Sheep-stealing
Departure
Sep 1828
Arrival
Jan 1829
Death
Unknown
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Personal Information
Name: John Downey
Gender: Male
Born: 1st Jan 1809
Death: Unknown
Age at death: Unknown
Occupation: Labourer - general
Voyage
Departed: 21st Sep 1828
Ship: Governor Ready
Arrival: 17th Jan 1829
Place of Arrival: New South Wales
Transportation
John Downey was transported on the Governor Ready, departing 21st Sep 1828 and arriving 17th Jan 1829 with 201 passengers.
Governor Ready (generic)References
| Primary Source | Australia Convict Indentures (hand written) |
Claims
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Convict Notes
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The Convict Indentures state that John Downey was y0ears old. He could neither or write; religion Catholic, status single and a native of Tipperary. His trade was a Labourer. He was convicted of sheep stealing at Tipperary on 7 April 1828 and sentenced to 7 years old. He had no prior convictions. Physical attributes - Height 5 feet 4 1/2inches; complexion ruddy; hair brown and eyes grey. Transport number 41. Assigned to Woolloomooloo Road Party Received his Certificate of Freedom in 1837 (number 37/200).