First fleet

The American Revolution

Apr 19, 1775

The American Revolution meant that no more convicts could be sent from England to America, instead the the only option for the English was for the convicts to be sent to Australia.

First fleet leave england

May 13, 1787

The Fleet consisted of two Royal Navy escort ships, HMS Sirius and HMS Supply. They accompanied six convict transports, the Alexander, Charlotte, Friendship, Lady Penrhyn, Prince of Wales and the Scarborough, and three store ships, the Borrowdale, Fishburn and Golden Grove. Led by captain Arthur Phillips.

Transportation to other states/territories is Australia.

Dec 25, 1787

Van diemens lands

First fleet arrives

Jan 24, 1788

The aboriginal people had lived in isolation for over 40,000 years and when they met the British in an uneasy stand off at what is now known as frenchmans beach at La perouse.

Second fleet leaves England

Jan 19, 1790

Six ships left England; guardian, Justinian, lady Juliana, surprize, Neptune and Scarborough.

England's population reaches 10 million

Jan 1, 1800

This occurred due to the improving health and living conditions.