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Australian Journey Episode 06: Captivity Narratives interview

The Hobart female factory and the experience of colonial women with Susan Carland and Rae Frances.

Activities

1. What aspect of the convict story does Dr Rae Frances talk about with the presenter?

2. What was the experience of female convicts? What evidence does Dr Frances use to illustrate this experience?

3. What makes the story of Mary Reibey particularly interesting?