Researchers who have claimed this convict
There is currently one researcher who has claimed John Wright
- Researcher (Brian & Toni )
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Biographies
There are currently no biographies attached to this convict. Research notes
John was born about 1785 Stafford and was convicted at Stafford Litchfield Gaol Delivery on 30 August 1819 and sentenced to 7 years transportation
Submitted by Researcher (Brian & Toni ) on 5 July 2014
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John arrived Van Diemans Land aged about 35 aboard Shipley on 26 September 1820
Submitted by Researcher (Brian & Toni ) on 5 July 2014
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John wright gained his Certificate of Freedom in September 1826.
Source; The Moniter Sydney 15 September 1826 page 1
Submitted by Researcher (Brian & Toni ) on 5 July 2014
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John was convicted on 12 April 1827 of steal from William Campbell at Pittwater and sentenced to death.
Source; Colonial Times 13 Apr 1827 p4 & 29 Jun 1827 p3 & 6 Jul 1827 p4
Submitted by Researcher (Brian & Toni ) on 5 July 2014
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John was hanged on 7 July 1827 Hobart Gaol Tasmania.
Source; Hobert Town Gazette 14 Apr 1827 p4 & 23 Jun 1827 p4 & 7 Apr 1827 p4 and Sydney Gazette NSW Advertiser 20 July 1827 page 2
Submitted by Researcher (Brian & Toni ) on 5 July 2014
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Disclaimer: The information has not been verified by Claim a Convict. As this information is contributed, it is the responsibility of those who use the data to verify its accuracy. Sources
- The National Archives (TNA) : HO 11/3, p.319
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