John Rothwell

Summary

Born
Jan 1805
Conviction
Theft - larceny
Departure
Jun 1845
Arrival
Oct 1845
Death
Jun 1852
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Personal Information

Name: John Rothwell
Gender: Male
Born: 1st Jan 1805
Death: 11th Jun 1852
Age at death: 47
Occupation: Unknown

Crime

Convicted at: Lancaster, Preston Quarter Sessions
Sentence term: 15 years

Voyage

Departed: 30th Jun 1845
Arrival: 15th Oct 1845
Place of Arrival: Van Diemen's Land

Transportation

John Rothwell was transported on the Equestrian, departing 30th Jun 1845 and arriving 15th Oct 1845 with 299 passengers.

Built 1842 at Hull. Wood ship of 801 Tons.

EquestrianEquestrian (generic)

References

Primary SourceAustralian Joint Copying Project. Microfilm Roll 91, Class and Piece Number HO11/14, Page Number 322
Source DescriptionThis record is one of the entries in the British convict transportation registers 1787-1867 database compiled by State Library of Queensland from British Home Office (HO) records which are available on microfilm as part of the Australian Joint Copying Pro
Original SourceGreat Britain. Home Office
Compiled ByState Library of Queensland
Database SourceBritish convict transportation registers 1787-1867 database

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Convict Notes

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on 7th September 2025

Trial; 9 March 1845. Offence; Stealing a screw plate Status; Married - 3 children Previous offences; - Stealing 13/- - Sentence 6 months - Bastardy - Sentence; 3 months - Bastardy - Sentence; 3 months - Neglect of Family - Sentence; 2 months - Neglect of Family - Sentence; 3 months