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Norfolk Island as a penal settlement, 1853
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Norfolk Island as a penal settlement, 1853
Norfolk Island as a penal settlement: a drawing, made in 1853, showing the buildings as they appeared when the Pacific island was a penal colony. 1) Commissariat and magazine. 2) Military barracks. 3) Parade ground. 4) Military barracks. 5) Cottages (staff and civil officers quarters). 6) Constables quarters. 7) Captain Cooks Bay. 8) Civil Commandants residence. 9) Hospital. 10) Gaol with prisoners bunks in rear. 11) Gang of prisoners returning from work. 12) Constables quarters. Date: 1853
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Norfolk Island as a Penal Settlement: A Detailed Drawing from 1853 This drawing, created in 1853, offers a unique glimpse into the past as it depicts the layout of Norfolk Island during its tenure as a penal settlement. The Pacific island, located between Australia and New Zealand, served as a place of exile for convicts from the late 1820s to the early 1850s. The image reveals various structures that were integral to the daily life of the penal colony. At the center, the Commissariat and magazine (1) stood as the primary supply store and government office. Nearby, military barracks (2, 4) housed the soldiers responsible for maintaining order and security. A parade ground (3) is shown adjacent to the barracks, where drills and inspections took place. The cottages (5) were the quarters for staff and civil officers, while constables' quarters (6, 12) were situated closer to the gaol (10). Prisoners' bunks were located in the rear of the gaol, and a hospital (9) was present to cater to the medical needs of both the convicts and the military personnel. Captain Cook's Bay (7) is depicted in the background, providing a picturesque contrast to the more utilitarian structures. The civil commandant's residence (8) is also visible, offering a glimpse into the living conditions of those in positions of authority. A group of prisoners is shown returning from work (11), adding a sense of reality to the otherwise static image. This drawing offers a fascinating insight into the layout and daily life of Norfolk Island during its time as a penal settlement.
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