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James Lockard (1814–1833)

James Lockard, a farmer's boy, was sentenced to life transportation for shop breaking. He had no previous convictions. He arrived in Sydney in 1830 aboard the Edward. According to the ship's indent he was 5 feet ¼ inch (152.5 cms) tall, with a ruddy, slightly freckled complexion, dark hazel eyes and light brown hair. He could read. His name was given as James Lockhart in the newspaper descriptions of his murder trial.

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'Lockard, James (1814–1833)', People Australia, National Centre of Biography, Australian National University, https://peopleaustralia.anu.edu.au/biography/lockard-james-15255/text36688, accessed 29 March 2024.

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Life Summary [details]

Alternative Names
  • Lockhart, James
Birth

1814
Tyrone, Ireland

Death

4 February, 1833 (aged ~ 19)
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Cause of Death

executed

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Convict Record

Crime: theft
Sentence: life