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Hartley, David (1783–1863)

David Hartley was sentenced to 14 years transportation for larceny. He arrived in Sydney in 1807 aboard the Duke of Portland.

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'Hartley, David (1783–1863)', People Australia, National Centre of Biography, Australian National University, https://peopleaustralia.anu.edu.au/biography/hartley-david-27497/text34897, accessed 2 April 2023.

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Life Summary [details]

Alternative Names
  • Harkenett, David
  • Harknet, David
  • Hartler, David
Birth

1783
Loughton, Essex, England

Death

17 November, 1863 (aged ~ 80)
Cattai, New South Wales, Australia

Cause of Death

general debility

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Convict Record

Crime: theft
Sentence: 14 years