Researchers who have claimed this convict
There is currently one researcher who has claimed Gilbert Brown
- Researcher (Brian & Toni )
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Biographies
There are currently no biographies attached to this convict. Research notes
Gilbert was born about 1802 Bristol
Submitted by Researcher (Brian & Toni ) on 13 June 2014
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Gilbert was tried and convicted at Bristol Sessions of Peace on 1820 and sentenced to life transportation
Submitted by Researcher (Brian & Toni ) on 13 June 2014
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Gilbert arrived Sydney. Aged about 18 aboard Elizabeth on 31 December 1820
Submitted by Researcher (Brian & Toni ) on 13 June 2014
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Gilbert partnered with William Williams (Morley 1717) in an enterprise forging and uttering Bank Notes
Submitted by Researcher (Brian & Toni ) on 13 June 2014
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Gilbert and William were convicted of "forging and Uttering Bank Notes and sentenced to death.
Source; Sydney Gazette and NSW Advertiser 11 Aug 1821 p2,& 18 Aug 1821?p2
Submitted by Researcher (Brian & Toni ) on 13 June 2014
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Gilbert was hanged on 24 August 1821 in Sydney (William Williams was hanged 29 August 1821) .
Source; Sydney Gazette NSW Advertiser. 1 September 1821 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 11/3, p.363
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