Michael Barrett (1789 – 1854) born possibly in Loughglynn, Co. Roscommon, Ireland
He enlisted in the 40th Regiment of Foot in 1817 in Scotland, after desertion from an unknown regiment.
At some stage he married Eleanor (Ellen) Rourk (Rourke or Rowan) (1789 -1869).
In 1824, Michael was mustered on board the ‘Phoenix’ in Portsmouth harbour, England. The ship was to transport Irish convicts to Tasmania.
Ellen arrived in Tasmania on 9 April 1825 per Lady East with 3 children Catherine, John & Edward.
Catherine Ann Barrett, b. 1816/7 Cavan, Ireland; died 1853 in Hobart. Baptised 9 Feb 1817
John Barrett, b. 1820, Tipperary, Ireland; John died in 1866. Baptised 1 Jun 1821.
Edward (Edmondum Barrot) b. 1823, Drum, Roscommon, Ireland; Edward died in 1854. Baptised 4 Mar 1823