John SIMS (1806-1866)
John SIMS was from a labouring family in the village of St Mary Bourne in Hampshire. On the 22nd November 1830 he took part in the local swing riots with his brother Daniel and father William amongst others. For his part he was transported to Van Diemen’s Land (Tasmania), a place from which he would … Read moreJohn SIMS (1806-1866)