Summary
Born
Jan 1821
Conviction
Unknown
Departure
Oct 1845
Arrival
Nov 1845
Death
Unknown
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Personal Information
Name: William Briggs
Gender: Male
Born: 1st Jan 1821
Death: Unknown
Age at death: Unknown
Occupation: Soldier/tailor
Crime
Crime: Unknown
Convicted at: Cape of Good Hope Court Martial
Sentence term: 7 years
Voyage
Departed: 1st Oct 1845
Ship: Gilbert Henderson
Arrival: 10th Nov 1845
Place of Arrival: Van Diemen's Land
Transportation
William Briggs was transported on the Gilbert Henderson, departing 1st Oct 1845 and arriving 10th Nov 1845 with 26 passengers.
Gilbert Henderson (generic)References
| Primary Source | Tasmanian Archives - convicts |
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Convict Notes
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Level 108
William BRIGGS was convicted at Cape Town, South Africa on 14 Aug 1843 for desertion from 45th Regiment of Army. 7yr sentence. Transported to Van Diemen's Land (Tasmania) per the 'Gilbert Henderson' arriving 12 Nov 1845. Aged 24yrs; soldier/tailer (had been in army for 3yrs, 3mths); 5'8 1/4". Native Place - Cavan, Ireland. 12mth Probation Period in VDL, at Impression Bay. 9 Jan 1849: Ticket of Leave granted. 17 Aug 1850: Free Certificate