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Bruce, George (c. 1778–1819)

sailor and adventurer

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Life Summary [details]

Alternative Names
  • Druce, William
  • Druce, Joseph
Birth

c. 1778
London, Middlesex, England

Death

9 February, 1819 (aged ~ 41)
London, Middlesex, England

Cause of Death

unknown

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Convict Record

Crime: theft
Sentence: death
Commuted To: life
Court: Old Bailey, London
Trial Date: 13 April 1791
(1791)

Pre-transportation

Occupation: fisher (professional)

Post-transportation

Left the colony: Yes