Ezekiel Wood (1789–1826)
Ezekiel Wood, a draper, was sentenced to seven years transportation. He arrived in Sydney in 1815 aboard the Indefatigable. His occupation was given as draper, his age as 26, and his height as 5 feet 9½ inches (176.5 cms). He had a sallow complexion, black hair and dark eyes. He was forwarded to Parramatta for distribution. In 1816 he was employed as an assistant clerk with the police office. He was granted a conditional pardon on 4 June 1818. By 1822 he was working as a publican. He was buried on 25 November 1826.
Related Entries in NCB Sites
- Marr, Ann (wife)
- Lord, Elizabeth (daughter)
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- Smith, Elizabeth (sister-in-law)
- Smith, George (brother-in-law)
- Abbott, Elizabeth Anne (granddaughter)
Citation details
'Wood, Ezekiel (1789–1826)', People Australia, National Centre of Biography, Australian National University, https://peopleaustralia.anu.edu.au/biography/wood-ezekiel-28010/text35738, accessed 6 May 2025.
Life Summary [details]
Birth
1789
Stafford,
Staffordshire,
England
Death
23 November,
1826
(aged ~ 37)
Sydney,
New South Wales,
Australia
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