“On the 28th the ship's company received two months pay in advance, and on the following morning we worked out to St. Helen's, where we were obliged to anchor.”
Book:Mutiny on the Bounty
Quote by William Bligh
Work
Mutiny on the Bounty
This book provides a detailed narrative of the events leading up to and following the mutiny aboard the HMS Bounty, including the voyage, the mutiny itself, and the subsequent trials and fates of the involved crew members. more
Author
William Bligh
William Bligh was a British naval officer and colonial administrator, best known for his role in the 1789 Mutiny on the Bounty. During his naval service, he held multiple positions, including that of a commander, and served as the naval governor in Tahiti. Bligh was known for his strict discipline and leadership, but also criticized for his harsh rule. more
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