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Jack in the Forecastle

CHAPTER XXIII
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They were sought for in every part of the world; hunted out of their hiding-places, and hanged.

No false philanthropy interfered in their behalf, and threw obstacles in the swift and sure career of justice.

Very few, if any, escaped the terrible punishment due to their crimes MUTINY AND MURDER ON THE HIGH SEAS.

The effect of the EXAMPLE, which is the object of capital punishment was most salutary.

No mutiny has occurred in the British navy since that time.
The Hermione was regarded as a lawful prize by the Spaniards, notwithstanding the extraordinary manner by which the ship fell into their hands.


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