What is the history of Port Arthur, Tasmania?

Answer by  naputnam (454)

Port Arthur, Tasmania is a former convict settlement, named after lieutenant governor George Arthur. From 1833-1850 it housed the most hardened of Britain and Ireland's criminals. Instead of corporal punishment, psychological was used. Food was a reward for good behavior, withheld for bad behavior. They also had to wear hoods and remain silent, in order to reflect on their wrongdoings.

Answer by  guilmo (118)

Its name comes from Lieutenant General George Arthur. The famous penitentiary center moved there. In 1877 the prison was closed. Sold in 1880 and called Carnavon civilians settled. In 1895 and 1897 fire destroyed the town and another was built. It took its name from Port Arthur in 1927

Answer by  chet13 (332)

This was originally a location where the British would detain their criminals in the 1800's as a penal colony. It has since become a tourist attraction.

Answer by  lwat80 (300)

This was a penal institute for Australia. You can find tons of information on how this facility was used to incarcerate the worst criminals out of this are during the 1800's. Some of the British's strictest security measures were used there. For more information, go to Wikipedia to understand more about this fascinating place.

Answer by  Kath (1537)

Named after George Arthur, Port Arthur was at one time a penal colony. It was suppose to be impossible to escape from.