All Episodes - Complete Account of the Settlement at Port Jackson

Watkin Tench, a British marine officer, embarked on the historic First Fleet journey from England to Australia, arriving in January 1788. His initial reflections were captured in A Narrative of the Expedition to Botany Bay. In his subsequent work, A Complete Account of the Settlement at Port Jackson, Tench chronicles his experiences from July 1788 to December 1791, providing a rare glimpse into one of Australia’s formative periods. While his perspective reflects the imperial mindset of his time, Tenchs narrative also showcases his intelligence and unexpected moments of empathy, making this account a vital resource for historians and a captivating read for anyone interested in Australia’s colonial past. (Summary by chocmuse)

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