People Australia

  • searches all National Centre of Biography websites
  • searches all National Centre of Biography websites
  • searches all National Centre of Biography websites

Browse Lists:

Cultural Advice

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people should be aware that this website contains names, images, and voices of deceased persons.

In addition, some articles contain terms or views that were acceptable within mainstream Australian culture in the period in which they were written, but may no longer be considered appropriate.

These articles do not necessarily reflect the views of The Australian National University.

Older articles are being reviewed with a view to bringing them into line with contemporary values but the original text will remain available for historical context.

Jane Elizabeth Bacon (?–?)

Jane Elizabeth Bacon accompanied her husband, marine Samuel Bacon, aboard the Sirius, which landed at Sydney in January 1788 as a part of the First Fleet. Their daughter was born en route. Twin sons were born in the colony.

The family departed the colony for England aboard the Gorgon on 13 December 1791. Jane's twin sons died during the voyage.

Citation details

'Bacon, Jane Elizabeth (?–?)', People Australia, National Centre of Biography, Australian National University, https://peopleaustralia.anu.edu.au/biography/bacon-jane-elizabeth-30000/text37209, accessed 29 June 2025.

© Copyright People Australia, 2012

Life Summary [details]

Passenger Ship
Key Events