The Wild Colonial Boy Is Shot Dead in a Gun Battle With Police at Cambelltown, Sydney

The infamous “Wild Colonial Boy”, whose real name was John Donohue, is shot dead in a gun battle with police near Campbelltown, New South Wales. His death became the subject of legend and song, though many details were fictionalized. - Donohue was transported from Ireland in 1824 for theft. - He became a notorious bushranger, robbing coaches and settlements. - Ballads like The Wild Colonial Boy romanticized his exploits, despite his violent reputation.