Researchers who have claimed this convict
There is currently one researcher who has claimed William Owen
- Researcher (Brian & Toni )
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Biographies
William was among a small group of "bushrangers"! Along with James Holmes " Henry 1823" and Thomas Wiskin (Guildford 1827) who were convicted "steal from a dwelling and putting residents in fear" at a trial on 8 December 1828.
All three were convicted and sentenced to death.
source; Sydney Moniter 13 December 1828 p3, 15 December 1828 p3 , 27 December 1828 p2 & 27 December 1828 p2 and The Australian 9 December 1828 p3 and Sydney Gazette NSW Advertiser 15 December 1828 p3
Submitted by Researcher (Brian & Toni ) on 13 June 2014
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Disclaimer: The information has not been verified by Claim a Convict. As this information is contributed, it is the responsibility of those who use the data to verify its accuracy. Research notes
William was born about 1803 Stafford
Submitted by Researcher (Brian & Toni ) on 12 June 2014
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William was tried and convicted at Stafford Assizes on 9 March 1826 and sentenced to life transportation
Submitted by Researcher (Brian & Toni ) on 12 June 2014
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William arrived Sydney aged about 23 aboard Midas on 15 February 1827
Submitted by Researcher (Brian & Toni ) on 12 June 2014
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Convicted of "bushranging" on 8 December 1828 , William was hanged along with Thomas & James on 22 December 1828 in Sydney NSW.
Source; The Australian 23 December 1828 p3
Submitted by Researcher (Brian & Toni ) on 13 June 2014
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Disclaimer: The information has not been verified by Claim a Convict. As this information is contributed, it is the responsibility of those who use the data to verify its accuracy. Sources
- The National Archives (TNA) : HO 11/6, p.91
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