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Thursday, June 11, 2015

The First Execution In The Colony - Corner Essex St & Harrington Street





The First Execution -  Cnr Essex & Harrington Streets


In 1788 Convict Thomas Barrett Stole Some Butter, Peas And Pork From Camp Provisions. 

This is as far as he got. A Gallows Tree Located Here Between the Male And Female Convict Camps Was Used For The deed. 
 
 
The Convict Thomas Barrett Engraved The Silver Charlotte Medallion On Board The Charlottwe in Botany Bay 1788