Researchers who have claimed this convict
There is currently one researcher who has claimed William Eales
- Researcher (Brian & Toni )
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Biographies
William partnered his brother James Eales (Sir William Bensley 1817) in sheep stealing.
Source; Colonial Times 27 January 1826 page 3
Submitted by Researcher (Brian & Toni ) on 7 July 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 1808 Mitcham Surrey and was convicted with his brother James at Surrey Assizes on 28 March 1816 and sentenced to 7 years transportation
Submitted by Researcher (Brian & Toni ) on 6 July 2014
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William and James arrived Sydney aboard Sir William Bensley on 10 March 1817
Submitted by Researcher (Brian & Toni ) on 6 July 2014
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William gained Certificate of Freedom May 1823.
Source; Hobert Town gazette 24 May 1823 page 1
Submitted by Researcher (Brian & Toni ) on 6 July 2014
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William and his brother James Eales were convicted in Jan 1826 of sheep stealing and robberies Thomas Bell and Richard Hoilam and sentenced to death.
Source; Colonial Times 27 January 1826 p3
Submitted by Researcher (Brian & Toni ) on 7 July 2014
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William Eales and James Eales were hanged on 17 February 1826 at Hobart Gaol .
Source; Hobart Town Gazette 25 February 1826 page 3
Submitted by Researcher (Brian & Toni ) on 7 July 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 11/2, p.300
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