Ned Kelly

Description: (Australian Bushranger, Gang Leader and Convicted Police-Murderer)

Edward Kelly, better known as Ned Kelly, was a famous Australian bushranger, known for his illegal and unlawful activities against the ‘Government of Victoria.’ About half of the 25 years of his life was spent either behind bars or in clashes with the police. Ned and his family moved to Australia as immigrants from Ireland. Ned believed that they were victims of harassment by the police because of their status as “selectors.” This belief was the foundation of Ned’s hatred of the law and led him to join Harry Power’s mob and then engage in bushranging. Declared as a convict and an outlaw by the police, Ned’s criminal offenses became more prominent over the years. His offenses included partnering in stealing horses and cattle, robbing banks, and assaulting police forces. However, his legacy of revolting against the establishment led some people to consider him as the “Robin Hood of Australia.” His stint with crime came to an end during an unsuccessful attempt to derail a special train carrying additional forces. He was captured, charged with various offenses, convicted of the murder of Constable Thomas Lonigan, and sentenced to death by hanging. He remains a legend who inspired the phrase “as game as Ned Kelly.” He is still one of the most popular subjects for biographies and documentaries made in Australia.

Overview

Birthday 1854, 1854 (Sagittarius)
Born In Australia
Alternative names Edward Kelly
Died on November 11, 1880
Parents John Kelly
Ellen Quinn Kelly
Relatives Alice King, Annie Kelly Gunn, Dan Kelly, Ellen Kelly jr, Ellen King, James Kelly, Jim Kelly, John King, Kate Kelly, Margaret Kelly Skillion, Mary Jane Kelly
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