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John Rose (1788–1855)

John Rose was sentenced to seven years transportation. He arrived in Sydney aboard the Somersetshire in 1814. His occupation was given as labourer. He was described as being 5 feet 10½ inches (178 cms) tall with a fair complexion, brown hair and hazel eyes.

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'Rose, John (1788–1855)', People Australia, National Centre of Biography, Australian National University, https://peopleaustralia.anu.edu.au/biography/rose-john-27437/text34865, accessed 29 March 2024.

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Life Summary [details]

Birth

1788
Wiltshire, England

Death

1 April, 1855 (aged ~ 67)
Hawkesbury, New South Wales, Australia

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Occupation
Convict Record

Crime: unknown
Sentence: 7 years