Thomas Barrett [Convict "Charlotte" 1788]

Thomas BARRETT was born c1758 London, England

Thomas was convicted of stealing and sentenced to transportation for life. He arrived in Sydney Cove on 26/1/1788 on "Chatlotte"

Thomas engraved the "Charlotte Medal" whilst on the journey

Thomas died 27/2/1788 (hanged for theft of food) at Sydney Cove

Thomas was the first person to be legally executed in Australia.

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