People Australia

  • searches all National Centre of Biography websites
  • searches all National Centre of Biography websites
  • searches all National Centre of Biography websites

Browse Lists:

Cultural Advice

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people should be aware that this website contains names, images, and voices of deceased persons.

In addition, some articles contain terms or views that were acceptable within mainstream Australian culture in the period in which they were written, but may no longer be considered appropriate.

These articles do not necessarily reflect the views of The Australian National University.

Older articles are being reviewed with a view to bringing them into line with contemporary values but the original text will remain available for historical context.

Charles Sutton (1801–1855)

Charles Sutton, a butcher, was sentenced to seven years transportation. He arrived in Van Diemen's Land (Tasmania) in 1820 aboard the Dromedary. According to the ship's indent he was 5 feet 2½ inches (159.7 cms) tall, had light brown hair and grey eyes. He was granted a ticket of leave in 1823. He married Sarah Wright in 1827.

Additional Resources and Scholarship

Citation details

'Sutton, Charles (1801–1855)', People Australia, National Centre of Biography, Australian National University, https://peopleaustralia.anu.edu.au/biography/sutton-charles-27879/text35632, accessed 6 November 2024.

© Copyright People Australia, 2012

Life Summary [details]

Birth

1801
London, Middlesex, England

Death

8 January, 1855 (aged ~ 54)
Oatlands, Tasmania, Australia

Cause of Death

heart disease

Cultural Heritage

Includes subject's nationality; their parents' nationality; the countries in which they spent a significant part of their childhood, and their self-identity.

Religious Influence

Includes the religion in which subjects were raised, have chosen themselves, attendance at religious schools and/or religious funeral rites; Atheism and Agnosticism have been included.

Passenger Ship
Occupation
Convict Record

Crime: unknown
Sentence: 7 years