Penal transportation

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Penal transportation was the relocation of convicted criminals, or other persons regarded as undesirable, to a distant place. Several penal colonies were established in the 18th and 19th centuries for this purpose. Although prisoners were typically released after their sentences had been served, they usually lacked the resources to return home.

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