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Thomas Chaseling (c. 1772–1847)

At his residence, Pitt-town, on the 27th ultimo, Mr. Thomas Chaseling, senior, in his 76th year, 56 of which he was a resident in this colony. He was greatly respected by all, and leaves a numerous family to lament their loss.

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'Chaseling, Thomas (c. 1772–1847)', Obituaries Australia, National Centre of Biography, Australian National University, https://oa.anu.edu.au/obituary/chaseling-thomas-17198/text28994, accessed 17 April 2024.

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Life Summary [details]

Alternative Names
  • Chaseland, Thomas
  • Choseland, Thomas
  • Chesland, Thomas
  • Chasling, Thomas
  • Choseland, Thomas
Birth

c. 1772
London, Middlesex, England

Death

22 November, 1847 (aged ~ 75)
Pitt Town, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Cause of Death

unknown

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Convict Record

Crime: theft (house)
Sentence: death
Commuted To: life
Court: Old Bailey, London
Trial Date: 1791

Post-transportation

Children: Yes (7)