The convict transport ship Rajah rocked up in Hobart on this date in 1841; 180 gals on board were given supplies for personal use as well as materials to sew of which they put to good use when they flashed their very advanced and talented artistry in embroidery and applique, in this quilt. This quilt was made in thanks to the British Ladies' Society for Promoting the Reformation of Female Prisoners for providing the female convicts with the supplies.
Many, many, many more details of these ladies, their journey, their sewing skills and much more in the following links -
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