Arthur Philip

Arthur Philip

Born: 11 October 1738
Died: 31 August 1814
Age: 75 Years 10 Months 20 Days
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Epitaph

Founder and First Governor of Australia

Born in London

Entered the Royal Navy 1755

Died at 19 Bennett Street, Bath

To his indomitable courage, prophetic vision, forbearance, faith, inspiration and wisdom was due the success of the first settlement in Australia at Sydney

26 January 1788

The Earth is the Lord's and the Fullness thereof. 1 Corinthians 10:26

Military Service
Rank: ADMIRAL
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BillionGraves.com record for Arthur Philip (11 October 1738 - 31 August 1814), BillionGraves Record Bath Abbey, Bath, Bath and North East Somerset, England, United Kingdom, Europe