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As I would not wish convicts to lay the foundation of an empire, I…
Quote byArthur Phillip · 1738–1814
Commonly attributed — not confirmed in an authoritative edition. Cited on Wikiquote to: Whilst preparing for the voyage. — Qtd. in Barton; Sutherland (1892), p. 56.
English (original)
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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