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McKenzie, John (1782–1865)

John McKenzie was sentenced to seven years transportation. He arrived in Sydney in 1807 aboard the Duke of Portland. He became a farmer at Pitt Town.

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'McKenzie, John (1782–1865)', People Australia, National Centre of Biography, Australian National University, https://peopleaustralia.anu.edu.au/biography/mckenzie-john-27428/text34860, accessed 25 March 2023.

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Life Summary [details]

Alternative Names
  • Kinsey, John
  • McKinzey, John
Birth

1782
Sligo, Ireland

Death

27 August, 1865 (aged ~ 83)
Muswellbrook, New South Wales, Australia

Cause of Death

jaundice

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Convict Record

Crime: unknown
Sentence: 7 years