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George McGinnis (1776–1829)

George McGinnis was sentenced to life transportation. He arrived in Sydney in 1797 aboard the Brittania. He was granted a ticket of leave in 1806, and was renting 21 acres from Paul Bushell of Wilberforce.

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'McGinnis, George (1776–1829)', People Australia, National Centre of Biography, Australian National University, https://peopleaustralia.anu.edu.au/biography/mcginnis-george-17462/text36695, accessed 30 March 2024.

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Life Summary [details]

Birth

1776
Trim, Meath, Ireland

Death

29 September, 1829 (aged ~ 53)
Windsor, New South Wales, Australia

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Occupation
Convict Record

Crime: unknown
Sentence: life