James Lewis

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Summary

Born
Jan 1801
Conviction
Stealing copper
Departure
Sep 1844
Arrival
Dec 1844
Death
Jan 1868
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Personal Information

Name: James Lewis
Gender: Male
Born: 1st Jan 1801
Death: 1st Jan 1868
Age at death: 67
Occupation: Nail maker

Crime

Convicted at: Worcester Quarter Sessions
Sentence term: 7 years

Voyage

Departed: 6th Sep 1844
Arrival: 26th Dec 1844
Place of Arrival: Van Diemen's Land

Transportation

James Lewis was transported on the Sir Robert Peel, departing 6th Sep 1844 and arriving 26th Dec 1844 with 254 passengers.

Sir Robert PeelSir Robert Peel (generic)

References

Primary SourceAustralian Joint Copying Project. Microfilm Roll 91, Class and Piece Number HO11/14, Page Number 188
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

Leonie Dolley avatar
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on 14th May 2013

James was a nailer. He was sent to Oyster Cove till 1846. He received his ticket of leave in 1848 and his certificate of freedom in 1857. He died in the Hobart Hospital 17\12\1868.