About Harold Maclean
Lived 1828 – 1889 (aged 61). Harold Maclean was an Australian civil servant.
Harold Maclean (14 May 18286 November 1889) was an Australian civil servant.
Early life Harold Maclean was born on 14 May 1828; his father was a captain. As sheriff of New South Wales, Maclean is credited with abolishing the treadmill punishment once meted out at jails in the region. Despite being heavily lauded for his capabilities, Maclean worked on a low salary.
Death Maclean died in 1889 at his Potts Point house.
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Who was Harold Maclean?
Australian civil servant
When was Harold Maclean born?
Harold Maclean was born on 14 May 1828.
When did Harold Maclean die?
Harold Maclean died on 6 November 1889.
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Harold Maclean was a civil servant.
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Harold Maclean was Australian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Harold Maclean. https://biography.guide/harold-maclean/
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