Jane Franklin

British explorer and philanthropist (1791–1875)

  • Fame51.9
  • Momentum13.6
  • Wikipedia3.8K
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Lived 1791–1875, aged 84
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    13 languages
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  • Era
    1791–1875
    Aged 84
  • Awards
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Updated 2026-06-22

Jane, Lady Franklin was a British explorer, seasoned traveller and the second wife of the English explorer Sir John Franklin. During her husband's period as Lieutenant-Governor of Van Diemen's Land, she became known for her philanthropic work and her travels throughout south-eastern Australia. After John Franklin's disappearance in search of the Northwest Passage, she sponsored or otherwise supported several expeditions to determine his fate.

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Source confidence60.0
Completeness40.0
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