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Powers to appoint a Vice Admiral and a judge for the occupation and settlement of NSW Australia 25 April 1787 (cover) Date: 25th April 1787
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This historic document, dated 25th April 1787, marks a pivotal moment in the Australian colonization story. The print depicts the appointment of Vice Admiral Arthur Phillip as the Governor of New South Wales and the commission of Justice John Cooper as a judge for the settlement. The authorization, issued by King George III, granted Phillip the power to establish a civilian government and administer justice in the new colony. The 18th century document, held by the National Library of Australia (Picture Collection, PC1/16/62), is a testament to the British Crown's commitment to the settlement of New South Wales as a penal colony. The arrival of the First Fleet, led by Vice Admiral Phillip, on 26th January 1788, marked the beginning of European settlement in Australia. The document's cover bears the inscription "Powers to appoint a Vice Admiral and a Judge for the Occupation and Settlement of New South Wales in New Holland," reflecting the British government's determination to assert its authority over the vast and largely unexplored territory. The appointment of a judge was crucial in establishing a legal framework for the colony, ensuring order and the administration of justice. The document's significance lies not only in its historical importance but also in its role as a symbol of the complex and intricate web of power relationships that shaped the early history of Australia. The appointment of Phillip and Cooper marked the beginning of a new chapter in the Australian story, one that would forever change the lives of the Indigenous peoples and the thousands of convicts and free settlers who would follow in their footsteps.
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