Susannah Allen (?–1789)
Susannah Allen, a hoop maker, was found guilty, at the Old Bailey, London, on 18 April 1787, of stealing clothing from a woman after getting her drunk. Sentenced to seven years transportation, she arrived in Sydney aboard the Prince of Wales in January 1788 as part of the First Fleet. Allen was buried on 17 October 1789 after giving birth to a daughter, Rebekah, by marine John Brown.
Related Entries in NCB Sites
- Brown, John (partner)
- Allen, Rebekah (daughter)
- Mintz, Frances (acquaintance)
Citation details
'Allen, Susannah (?–1789)', People Australia, National Centre of Biography, Australian National University, https://peopleaustralia.anu.edu.au/biography/allen-susannah-29806/text36897, accessed 13 July 2025.
Life Summary [details]
Alternative Names
- Allein, Susannah
Death
16 October,
1789
Sydney,
New South Wales,
Australia
Cause of Death
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