William Waddle Orphan School Admission - 1826

This document examines the circumstances that led to William Waddle, also recorded as William Wardell, being admitted to the Orphan Institution of New South Wales in November 1826. His story must be read chronologically, beginning with the 1818 trial of his parents, James Waddle and Letitia Waddle, and then following their separate transportation, William's uncertain birth circumstances, the failed attempt by James to have Letitia and the child sent to him, and finally James Mudie's petition on William's behalf.