First Fleeters departed Norfolk Island 1814

Were any First Fleeters were among the last group of people who departed Norfolk Island in 1814

The Kangaroo left Norfolk Island on 27 Feb 1814 for Port Jackson, arriving on 10 Mar 1814. This marked the end of the Norfolk Island colonial settlement from 1788 to 1814. An inquiry has been made regarding whether any First Fleeters were among the last group of people who departed the island in 1814.

The answer is yes. After spending 24 years on Norfolk Island, three First Fleeter where member of the Norfolk Island colonial settlement cleanup party.

HATCHER, John: Convict Alexander 1788. He arrived on Norfolk Island via HMAT Supply in Mar 1790. Departing Norfolk Island per Kangaroo 27 Feb 1814.

SHEERS, James: Convict, Scarborough 1788. He arrived on Norfolk Island per HMS Sirius Mar 1790. Departing Norfolk Island per Kangaroo 27 Feb 1814.

WILSON, Mary: Convict, Prince of Wales 1788. She too arrived on Norfolk Island per HMS Sirius Mar 1790, departed Norfolk Island per Kangaroo 27 Feb 1814.

Publication Closure of Norfolk Island 1814: Includes a comprehensive profile on the individuals who were the last to leave Norfolk Island on its closure of the Island’s colonial settlement of 1788 – 1814. This includes convicts, free people, children and a New Zealander. Order online