What was his role in the establishment of Botany Bay?
He advocated its establishment
He opposed its establishment
He remained neutral
He had no role
Answer
Captain Arthur Phillip advocated the establishment of Botany Bay as a penal colony. He believed that it was a suitable location for a colony because it had a good climate, fertile soil, and a plentiful supply of water. He also believed that it was a strategically important location, as it was located on the trade route between Europe and Asia.
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