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Ann Faro (1774–1840)

Ann Cossans (Cassins on indent) was sentenced to seven years transportation. She arrived in Sydney in 1801 aboard the Anne. By 1806 she was living with Joseph Hibbert. She moved to Van Diemen's Land (Tasmania) in either in 1810 or 1811 and married Thomas Farro in 1811. There was no issue from the marriage.

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'Faro, Ann (1774–1840)', People Australia, National Centre of Biography, Australian National University, https://peopleaustralia.anu.edu.au/biography/faro-ann-25605/text33920, accessed 27 July 2024.

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Life Summary [details]

Alternative Names
  • Cossans, Ann
  • Cassins, Ann
  • Hibbert, Ann
  • Carsans, Ann
  • Casstins, Ann
Birth

1774
Dublin, Ireland

Death

28 January, 1840 (aged ~ 66)
Launceston, Tasmania, Australia

Cause of Death

general debility

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Occupation
Convict Record

Crime: unknown
Sentence: 7 years