George Worrall (1787–1827)
George Worrall, a waggoner, was sentenced to life transportation. He arrived in Sydney in 1813 aboard the Earl Spencer. He was described as being 5 feet 9½ inches (176.5 cms) tall, with a fair pale complexion, light brown hair and hazel eyes. He was forwarded to Rev. Samuel Marsden at Parramatta for distribution and was assigned to Mr Faultless. By 1818 he had been assigned to John Dight. He was granted a ticket of leave in 1822. He gave his occupation as labourer in the 1822 Muster. In 1825 he gave his occupation as farmer.
Additional Resources and Scholarship
- is found guilty of the murder of Fisher, Monitor (Sydney), 3 February 1827, p 5
- report on the trial, Sydney Gazette, 5 February 1827, p 2
Related Entries in NCB Sites
- Worrall, George
- Fisher, Frederick George (crime victim)
- Dight, John (master)
Citation details
'Worrall, George (1787–1827)', People Australia, National Centre of Biography, Australian National University, https://peopleaustralia.anu.edu.au/biography/worrall-george-15177/text36755, accessed 8 May 2025.
Life Summary [details]
Birth
Death
5 February,
1827
(aged ~ 40)
Sydney,
New South Wales,
Australia
Cause of Death
Cultural Heritage
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