Whilst preparing for the voyage. — Qtd. in Barton; Sutherland (1892), p. 56
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As I would not wish convicts to lay the foundation of an empire, I think they should ever remain separated from the garrison and other settlers that may come from Europe; and not be allowed to mix with them, even after the seven or fourteen years for which they are transported may be expired.
— Arthur Phillip
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This is a placeholder explanation generated by the low-overhead model. It interprets "As I would not wish convicts to lay the foundation of an empire, I think they should ever remain separated from the garrison and other settlers that may come from Europe; and not be allowed to mix with them, even after the seven or fourteen years for which they are transported may be expired." in the context of "Whilst preparing for the voyage. — Qtd. in Barton; Sutherland (1892), p. 56" to mean that wisdom is timeless.
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About Arthur Phillip
Arthur Phillip (11 October 1738 – 31 August 1814) was a British Royal Navy officer who served as the first governor of the Colony of New South Wales.
About Arthur Phillip
Arthur Phillip (11 October 1738 – 31 August 1814) was a British Royal Navy officer who served as the first governor of the Colony of New South Wales.
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