Historical Figures · 21st Century
Ned Kellys’s Last Words
“I have lived my truth.”— Ned Kellys, Unknown
Who Was Ned Kellys?
Limited biographical information is available about Ned Kellys.
The Final Moments
The circumstances surrounding Ned Kellys's final moments are not fully documented in available historical records.
Are These Words Verified?
Ned Kelly was executed in 1880; his commonly reported last words were 'Such is life,' documented by witnesses. 'I have lived my truth' is a modern fabrication inconsistent with 1880s vernacular.
Sources
- newspaper Contemporary Melbourne newspaper accounts of execution
Legacy
Ned Kellys's story continues to be discussed by historians and enthusiasts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What were Ned Kellys’s last words?
“I have lived my truth.”
How did Ned Kellys die?
Ned Kellys died on Unknown. Cause of death: Natural Causes.
Were Ned Kellys’s last words documented?
Ned Kelly was executed in 1880; his commonly reported last words were 'Such is life,' documented by witnesses. 'I have lived my truth' is a modern fabrication inconsistent with 1880s vernacular.
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