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George Troth (1815–1896)

George Troth was sentenced to fourteen years transportation for stealing a quantity of silver money. He arrived in Sydney in 1833 aboard the Mangles. His calling was given as bricklayer. He was granted a ticket of leave in 1841. He married Elizabeth Cross in 1848.

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'Troth, George (1815–1896)', People Australia, National Centre of Biography, Australian National University, https://peopleaustralia.anu.edu.au/biography/troth-george-25163/text33633, accessed 29 March 2024.

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Life Summary [details]

Birth

15 June, 1815
Birmingham, Warwickshire, England

Death

20 February, 1896 (aged 80)
Windsor, New South Wales, Australia

Cause of Death

general debility

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Convict Record

Crime: theft
Sentence: 14 years