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Transportation
John Wilson was transported on the Ganges, departing 31st Jul 1796 and arriving 2nd Jun 1797 with 212 passengers.
Ganges (generic)References
| Primary Source | Australian Joint Copying Project. Microfilm Roll 87, Class and Piece Number HO11/1, Page Number 212 |
| Source Description | This 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 Source | Great Britain. Home Office |
| Compiled By | State Library of Queensland |
| Database Source | British convict transportation registers 1787-1867 database |
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Convict Notes
Proceedings of the Old Bailey, 16th September 1795 438. JOHN WILSON was indicted for feloniously stealing, on the 29th of August , thirty-six yards of satin ribbon, value 1l. 10s. the goods of James Philby , &c ...... The prisoner called five witnesses who gave him a good character. GUILTY . (Aged 40.) Transported for seven years . Tried by the London Jury before Mr. RECORDER. Grounds for mercy previous good character, 5 character witnesses gave evidence, first offence, has a wife and 3 children, the crime was committed with no aggravation and offers to serve in HM. Navy.
Convicted Date; 16 Sep 1795 New South Wales, Australia, Convict Indents, 1788-1842 Name; John Wilton ** Trial; 16 Sep 1795 London Arrival; 2 Jun 1797 New South Wales Australian Convict Transportation Registers Name; John Wilson ** Vessel; Ganges Convicted Date; 16 Sep 1795 Voyage Date; Aug 1796 Colony; New South Wales Place of Conviction; London, England