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George Barnett (1773–1847)

George Barnett was sentenced to seven years transportation. He arrived in Sydney in 1791 aboard the Active. By 1806 he held 18 acres of land in the Hawkesbury region and was living with Hannah Manley. They were married on 13 April 1812.

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'Barnett, George (1773–1847)', People Australia, National Centre of Biography, Australian National University, https://peopleaustralia.anu.edu.au/biography/barnett-george-28437/text36055, accessed 7 December 2024.

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Life Summary [details]

Alternative Names
  • Barnet, George
Birth

January, 1773
Somerset, England

Death

1847 (aged ~ 74)
New South Wales, Australia

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Convict Record

Crime: unknown
Sentence: 7 years
Court: unknown