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Captain Arthur Phillip is remembered as the First Governor of the colony of New South Wales, and captain of the First Fleet of convicts to arrive on Australia's shores. He is remembered as being the one whose practical ideas helped the colony survive during the early years, even though it was threatened by starvation.

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Who governed the first colony in Australia?

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Did Captain Arthur Phillip abuse his powers when he was governor?

No. Captain Arthur Phillip was one of the fairest governors of colonial Australia.


What did captain Arthur Phillip do famous?

He found australia


When did Captain Arthur Phillip go to Australia?

Captain Arthur Phillip left England for Australia in May 1787, and arrived in New South Wales in January 1788.


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How old was Captain Arthur Phillip when he arrived in Australia?

Captain Arthur Phillip was 49 years old when he arrived in Australia. He turned 50 in October of 1788, the year the First Fleet arrived.


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In 1788 who was the leader of the First Fleet that arrived in Australia?

Captain Arthur Phillip.


Which British captain colonized Australia for Britain?

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When was Arthur Phillip born?

Arthur Phillip, the British Naval Captain who brought the First Fleet of convicts to Australia, was born on 11 October 1738.


How did Arthur Phillip die?

Arthur Phillip, the first Governor of New South Wales, died on August 31, 1814, in Bath, England. He passed away at the age of 75 due to natural causes, specifically complications from an internal infection. Phillip's legacy is remembered for his role in establishing the first British settlement in Australia and his contributions to the early colonial history of the region.