Researchers who have claimed this convict
There is currently one researcher who has claimed William Williams
- Researcher (Brian & Toni )
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Biographies
There are currently no biographies attached to this convict. Research notes
William was born about 1798 Middlesex
Submitted by Researcher (Brian & Toni ) on 13 June 2014
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William was tried and convicted at Middlesex Gaol Delivery on 3 April 1816 and sentenced to life transportation
Submitted by Researcher (Brian & Toni ) on 13 June 2014
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William arrived Sydney aged about 19 aboard Morley on 10 April 1817
Submitted by Researcher (Brian & Toni ) on 13 June 2014
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William partnered with Gilbert Brown (Elizabeth 1820) forging and uttering Bank Notes
Submitted by Researcher (Brian & Toni ) on 13 June 2014
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William and Gilbert were convicted of "forge and utter Bank Notes" and sentenced to death.
source; Sydney Gazette NSW Advertiser 11 Aug 1821 p2 & 18 Aug 1821 p2
Submitted by Researcher (Brian & Toni ) on 13 June 2014
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William was hanged on 29 August 1821 in Sydney (Gilbert Brown was hanged 24 August 1821) .
source; Sydney Gazette NSW Advertiser 1 September 1821 p3
Submitted by Researcher (Brian & Toni ) on 13 June 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 11/2, p.309
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