Sydney Convicts: Stories of courage, resilience & ingenuity

It might be surprising to many, but the first Europeans to settle in Australia were actually petty criminals or, as they were known then, convicts. It may seem like a tragic beginning, but these prisoners took the opportunity to be exiled to a faraway land to start a new life. From a struggling and starving penal colony, they began to build a nation. There are many stories of courage, resilience, and ingenuity that tell how people found a new life.
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[@wizzardofpaws2420]

It just proves that just because somebody does something wrong doesn't mean they can't be redeemed. Thank you tij for another wonderful story

[@starsrhi2335]

That was a wonderful lesson indeed......Today I praise God for His constant mercy and grace toward us all.............none are deserving.......but like you said, our name is on the Cross......the Cross of His everlasting love and compassioon for all those who call upon Him. Thank you, and have a safe week ahead.

[@0-Jaybee-0]

Constant mercy and grace... 🙄
He works in VERY mysterious ways eh

[@sevic333]

Interesting and also sad. Thumbs up from me, cheers.

[@jasmintorres9325]

Thank you for all your wonderful messages

[@rrrrrr1069]

Love your videos, especially the messages at the end tying it all together.

[@amyreich2524]

But I AM a convict sailing to another land! I’m guilty of living a life of sin. But I came to Christ & have forsaken my past. He’s forgiven me & helping me to learn how to conduct myself like His child. & I do believe I’m heading for a better land.🥰

[@tedmartin5402]

There were no sydney convicts .theywere english convicts.

[@DH-pn8us]

What happened to the Aborigine fellow???

[@k8iee520]

"The first australians" documentary gives a more in-depth look at his life