A Grave, A Bushranger ... Or Something Else?

For nearly 200 years, a story has echoed through the bushland of Linden in the Blue Mountains—a constable shot dead by a bushranger, a grave beside the track, and a cave tied to the killer’s escape. But how much of it is true? In this video, I dig into the legend of John Donohoe, uncovering conflicting records, convict history, and the possibility that the story we’ve long accepted may not be what it seems. From road gangs to lost identities, this is a haunting look at how history can shift, fade, and even disappear entirely. Subscribe to see more places and learn about stories from this region and beyond. ☕️🍻 Your support is much appreciated, and I'd never turn it down if you bought me a coffee or shouted me a beer! https://buymeacoffee.com/the.bygones Thanks for dropping by! 📖 “Narrative of a Visit to the Australian Colonies”, James Backhouse https://shorturl.at/OMADB 📋“The Mystery of Linden’s Lonely Gravestone: Who was John Donohoe, by John Low https://shorturl.at/llzm6 📜 Convict Record: https://shorturl.at/0M7zD #BlueMountainsHistory #BlueMountains #LindenNSW #AustralianHistory #HiddenHistory #ColonialHistory #HistoricalStories #ExploreNSW