The Convict Hulks Solution and Social Unrest in England

This chapter explores the convict hulks solution proposed in 1775 to combat overcrowded prisons by sending male prisoners to ships, detailing the harsh conditions and high mortality rates. It also delves into the social unrest in England during the Industrial Revolution, including riots, prisoner releases by mobs, and the spike in crime due to returning soldiers, while discussing the search for alternative locations for British criminals like Botany Bay.