Henry O'Farrell
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Henry James O'Farrell (1833 ā 21 April 1868)[1] was the first person to attempt a political assassination in Australia. On 12 March 1868, he shot and wounded Prince Alfred, Duke of Edinburgh, the second son and fourth child of Queen Victoria.[1]
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Henry James O'Farrell | |
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Born | 1833 Arran Quay, Dublin, Ireland |
Died | 21 April 1868 (1868-04-22) Darlinghurst Gaol, Sydney, Australia |
Occupation | Produce merchant |
Criminal status | Executed |
Conviction(s) | Attempted murder of Prince Alfred |
Criminal penalty | Death |
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