| 单词 | Bougainville |
| 例句 | Those two months on Bougainville were so hard and strange. Code Talker: A Novel About the Navajo Marines of World War Two 2005-01-01T00:00:00Z Just as the scuttlebutt had it, we men of the First Marine Amphibious Corps were heading for the Solomons to force a landing on Bougainville. Code Talker: A Novel About the Navajo Marines of World War Two 2005-01-01T00:00:00Z More LSTs were coming down the Slot between the islands to Bougainville bringing troops, ammo, and fuel. Code Talker: A Novel About the Navajo Marines of World War Two 2005-01-01T00:00:00Z Air strikes from Bougainville would soon be hitting the main Japanese base at Rabaul so hard that it would be wiped out. Code Talker: A Novel About the Navajo Marines of World War Two 2005-01-01T00:00:00Z Bougainville was even steamier than it had been on Guadalcanal. Code Talker: A Novel About the Navajo Marines of World War Two 2005-01-01T00:00:00Z As I was sitting and waiting for the next part of the ceremony to begin I closed my eyes and I was back on Bougainville. Code Talker: A Novel About the Navajo Marines of World War Two 2005-01-01T00:00:00Z Wherever we went in the Pacific campaign—Guadalcanal, Bougainville, Guam, Pavavu . . . the rain always seemed to follow us. Code Talker: A Novel About the Navajo Marines of World War Two 2005-01-01T00:00:00Z For example there was the time back on Bougainville when we Marines took a crucial enemy position quicker than anyone expected. Code Talker: A Novel About the Navajo Marines of World War Two 2005-01-01T00:00:00Z So the best place to attack was on the western shore, a place called Empress Augusta Bay, forty miles from the nearest large Japanese base on Bougainville’s other side. Code Talker: A Novel About the Navajo Marines of World War Two 2005-01-01T00:00:00Z Just saying it made me want to duck my head down, remembering my recent experience on Bougainville. Code Talker: A Novel About the Navajo Marines of World War Two 2005-01-01T00:00:00Z Unlike the first alligators we used on Bougainville, they were more heavily armored all around. Code Talker: A Novel About the Navajo Marines of World War Two 2005-01-01T00:00:00Z I was standing by the water, looking out at the President Adams, the transport ship that would soon carry us to Bougainville. Code Talker: A Novel About the Navajo Marines of World War Two 2005-01-01T00:00:00Z Gradually we extended our beachhead on Bougainville, pushing farther into that wet island. Code Talker: A Novel About the Navajo Marines of World War Two 2005-01-01T00:00:00Z Bougainville was visible now in the hazy morning light. Code Talker: A Novel About the Navajo Marines of World War Two 2005-01-01T00:00:00Z Admiral Conolly had learned from the mistakes at Bougainville and Tarawa where the naval shelling had been too brief or too inaccurate to break down Japanese defenses. Code Talker: A Novel About the Navajo Marines of World War Two 2005-01-01T00:00:00Z Scuttlebutt around the base was that the Third’s job would be to take Bougainville, an enemy air base in the Solomon Islands where the Japanese were dug in deep. Code Talker: A Novel About the Navajo Marines of World War Two 2005-01-01T00:00:00Z All the time I was on Bougainville, even though those hungry mosquitoes took half my blood, I never got malaria. Code Talker: A Novel About the Navajo Marines of World War Two 2005-01-01T00:00:00Z I packed my unwashed combat fatigues and sent them to my family with a note: Dear Parents, Here are my clothes, still stained with the sweat and mud and blood of Bougainville. Code Talker: A Novel About the Navajo Marines of World War Two 2005-01-01T00:00:00Z After Guadalcanal and Bougainville and Guam I, too, felt tired and sick from war. Code Talker: A Novel About the Navajo Marines of World War Two 2005-01-01T00:00:00Z Harry was one of the code talkers in our group on Bougainville, one of the original twenty-nine. Code Talker: A Novel About the Navajo Marines of World War Two 2005-01-01T00:00:00Z It was as hot as Bougainville and the bugs were even worse. Code Talker: A Novel About the Navajo Marines of World War Two 2005-01-01T00:00:00Z From Bougainville the other code talkers and I went back to Hawaii. Code Talker: A Novel About the Navajo Marines of World War Two 2005-01-01T00:00:00Z While we were taking Bougainville, General Mac- Arthur’s forces would be landing on the western end of New Britain Island at Cape Gloucester to establish a new airfield there, too. Code Talker: A Novel About the Navajo Marines of World War Two 2005-01-01T00:00:00Z That’s the name they gave the Allied plan of which our invasion of Bougainville was a part. Code Talker: A Novel About the Navajo Marines of World War Two 2005-01-01T00:00:00Z Americans got to know these places – Guam, Saipan, Wake Island, Bougainville, Okinawa – and what the fight was all about, but they didn't hand that knowledge down. Why America preferred to forget about the Pacific war ? until now 2010-04-03T23:06:00Z Tensions over the mine were a contributing factor in Bougainville’s independence movement, which continues to this day, and protests by locals led to the closing of the mine in 1989 and a decade-long civil conflict. ‘Important Step’ Toward Addressing Toxic Legacy of Huge Mine 2022-12-05T05:00:00Z The report said the rapid risk assessment process would now be led by the local authorities in the Autonomous Bougainville Government, with the support of Rio Tinto and the Human Rights Law Centre. Former Rio Tinto mine at Bougainville poses flood risk - report 2022-08-29T04:00:00Z He was commissioned as a lieutenant and first saw combat as a platoon commander in the 1943 battle for the Pacific island of Bougainville. Marine leader whose troops planted famous flag on Iwo Jima dies at 102 2021-08-05T04:00:00Z More than 150 people living in Bougainville have filed a complaint with the Australian authorities. Mining giant accused of poisoning PNG rivers 2020-09-29T04:00:00Z The conflict was largely fought over how the profits from the lucrative Panguna gold and copper mine on Bougainville should be shared and the environmental damage it had caused. Bougainville elects former rebel commander as next president 2020-09-23T04:00:00Z Toroama was a commander in the secessionist Bougainville Revolutionary Army, and later worked on the peace and disarmament process. Former rebel commander to be next president of Bougainville, lead independence talks 2020-09-23T04:00:00Z Rio Tinto said in a statement to Reuters that community representatives in Bougainville had been advised of the interim findings and the work being undertaken to better understand the risks and mitigations. Former Rio Tinto mine at Bougainville poses flood risk - report 2022-08-29T04:00:00Z Bougainville police said the remoteness of the location made it impossible to conduct proper investigations. Thai geologist shot dead in second mining-related killing in Bougainville 2020-02-24T05:00:00Z "I have in my heart of hearts God will lead us to that place both Bougainville and PNG seeks." Bloody past casts long shadow over Pacific islands poised to become world’s newest nation 2019-12-13T05:00:00Z “I look forward to working with president-elect Toroama in progressing consultations on the outcome of the recent referendum and securing long-term economic development and a lasting peace for the people of Bougainville,” Marape said. Bougainville elects former rebel commander as next president 2020-09-23T04:00:00Z The conflict was largely fought over how the profits from the lucrative Panguna gold and copper mine on Bougainville Island should be shared and the environmental damage it had caused. Former rebel commander to be next president of Bougainville, lead independence talks 2020-09-23T04:00:00Z At the time, Bougainville’s Panguna mine provided nearly half the entire country’s export income through gold and copper mining. Bougainville Votes for Independence From Papua New Guinea 2019-12-11T05:00:00Z Mining is a fraught subject in Bougainville, with disputes over the Panguna gold the catalyst for a decade-long civil war in the region, which ended with a peace agreement in 2001. Thai geologist shot dead in second mining-related killing in Bougainville 2020-02-24T05:00:00Z And as in East Timor, Bougainville's journey has been marked by bloodshed that was often ignored by the outside world. Bloody past casts long shadow over Pacific islands poised to become world’s newest nation 2019-12-13T05:00:00Z Plans to reopen the mine, which could help fund an independent Bougainville, have stalled due to competing claims over development rights over the long-shuttered Panguna mine. Bougainville elects former rebel commander as next president 2020-09-23T04:00:00Z Nevertheless, the landslide victory will put pressure on PNG to grant Bougainville independence. Bougainville votes overwhelmingly for independence 2019-12-10T05:00:00Z But little tax revenue seemed to make it back to Bougainville. Bougainville Votes for Independence From Papua New Guinea 2019-12-11T05:00:00Z The deputy police commissioner has called on all companies intending to enter Bougainville to talk to rightful landowners and report to the Bougainville police and the ABG government before conducting their business. Thai geologist shot dead in second mining-related killing in Bougainville 2020-02-24T05:00:00Z Today, the mine is long closed and Bougainville is desperately poor. Bloody past casts long shadow over Pacific islands poised to become world’s newest nation 2019-12-13T05:00:00Z Discussion over how Bougainville would sustain its independence is likely to dominate independence negotiations, with one senior Bougainville politician estimating the transition could take 10 years, as the region would need to rebuild its institutions. Bougainville elects former rebel commander as next president 2020-09-23T04:00:00Z There are concerns that any delays in this process could cause frustration in Bougainville and eventually lead to unrest, threatening the hard-won peace on the islands. Bougainville referendum: region votes overwhelmingly for independence from Papua New Guinea 2019-12-10T05:00:00Z Some believe it could provide a revenue source for Bougainville should it become independent. Vote counting starts in Bougainville independence ballot 2019-12-10T05:00:00Z Some believe it could provide a revenue source for Bougainville should it become independent. Vote counting starts in Bougainville independence ballot 2019-12-10T05:00:00Z There is limited radio and Internet coverage across Bougainville and dozens of outlying islands that make up the province. Bloody past casts long shadow over Pacific islands poised to become world’s newest nation 2019-12-13T05:00:00Z Added to that, the Bougainville Referendum Commission only secured its funding in March. Regular voting ends as Bougainville considers independence 2019-12-03T05:00:00Z Those gathered in Buka to hear the announcement of the results from the chair of the Bougainville Referendum Commission’s chair Bertie Ahern burst into cheers and applause when the result was announced. Bougainville referendum: region votes overwhelmingly for independence from Papua New Guinea 2019-12-10T05:00:00Z Experts believe Bougainville will vote overwhelming in favor of independence ahead of the other option, which is greater autonomy. Vote counting starts in Bougainville independence ballot 2019-12-10T05:00:00Z Experts believe Bougainville will vote overwhelming in favor of independence ahead of the other option, which is greater autonomy. Vote counting starts in Bougainville independence ballot 2019-12-10T05:00:00Z "Today is a historic day in Bougainville," the 33-year-old said in an interview Friday. Bloody past casts long shadow over Pacific islands poised to become world’s newest nation 2019-12-13T05:00:00Z The violence in Bougainville began in the late 1980s, triggered by conflict over an enormous opencast copper mine at Panguna. Regular voting ends as Bougainville considers independence 2019-12-03T05:00:00Z “In Bougainville, all our hope is in God.” 'Bless this referendum': Bougainville votes and prays for independence 2019-11-27T05:00:00Z The referendum is taking place 19 years after a peace agreement ended a brutal, decade-long civil war in Bougainville in which 15,000 people died. Bougainville in the Pacific could become world’s newest nation 2019-11-23T05:00:00Z And, if the poll goes as expected, Bougainville could become the world's next country. Will this place become the world's next country? 2019-11-20T05:00:00Z The Solomon Islands, just southeast of Bougainville, abandoned Taipei in favor of Beijing in September, followed days later by Kiribati. Bloody past casts long shadow over Pacific islands poised to become world’s newest nation 2019-12-13T05:00:00Z Some believe it could provide a future revenue source for Bougainville should it become independent. Regular voting ends as Bougainville considers independence 2019-12-03T05:00:00Z Arawa, one of the major townships in the region, was once the civic headquarters of Bougainville Copper Limited, which managed the Panguna mine, disputes about which sparked the crisis that led to the civil war. 'Bless this referendum': Bougainville votes and prays for independence 2019-11-27T05:00:00Z Bougainville’s main political leaders say getting the mine reopened is critical. Plans to restart giant Bougainville mine stall as operating rights battle rages 2017-10-05T04:00:00Z And, according to referendum literature, "some parts of mountainous central and northern Bougainville had little contact with either churches or the colonial regime until after World War Two". Will this place become the world's next country? 2019-11-20T05:00:00Z Today, Bougainville has thriving fishing and cocoa industries and copper and gold deposits worth an estimated $58 billion, according to the Lowy Institute. Bloody past casts long shadow over Pacific islands poised to become world’s newest nation 2019-12-13T05:00:00Z In 2019 Bougainville, a large but poor island that long waged a separatist battle against PNG’s central government, will hold a referendum on independence; few would be surprised if it voted to secede. Voters in Papua New Guinea head to the polls 2017-06-29T04:00:00Z There is one subject that dominates the prayers in Bougainville today. 'Bless this referendum': Bougainville votes and prays for independence 2019-11-27T05:00:00Z “The need of Bougainville to have a significant source of revenue if it’s to be really autonomous or independent has become hopelessly enmeshed with the future of Panguna.” Plans to restart giant Bougainville mine stall as operating rights battle rages 2017-10-05T04:00:00Z While under colonial control, Bougainville - current population 300,000 - was always an outpost. Will this place become the world's next country? 2019-11-20T05:00:00Z It cites a 2013 study in Bougainville, an autonomous region of the country, where 80% of men who had ever had a partner reported that they had perpetrated physical or sexual violence against them. Papua New Guinea suffering domestic violence 'emergency' - BBC News 2015-11-04T05:00:00Z Six of the country’s 22 provinces were pronounced disaster areas in March, including Gulf province in the country’s south, Jiwaka in the interior and the eastern autonomous region of Bougainville. Severe drought, floods destroy crops in Papua New Guinea highlands 2015-09-07T04:00:00Z “I thank God for what is happening,” said Francesca Semoso, women’s representative and deputy speaker of the Autonomous Bougainville Government House of Representatives after voting. 'Bless this referendum': Bougainville votes and prays for independence 2019-11-27T05:00:00Z The mine was forced to shut after a campaign of sabotage by the rebel Bougainville Revolutionary Army. Plans to restart giant Bougainville mine stall as operating rights battle rages 2017-10-05T04:00:00Z The declaration was the manifestation of a Bougainville identity which developed during the 20th Century. Will this place become the world's next country? 2019-11-20T05:00:00Z It was that way at both Bougainville Island and Guam, two of Pummill’s stops before Iwo Jima. Oklahoma veteran looks back at the Battle of Iwo Jima 2015-03-16T04:00:00Z In 2001, deliberately unarmed peacemakers and a locally designed Bougainville peace process tied disarmament and weapons disposal to aspirations for political autonomy and independence. What We Can Learn About Guns From Down Under 2015-03-10T04:00:00Z Buildings, vehicles and boats are draped with the cobalt blue, Bougainville flag. 'Bless this referendum': Bougainville votes and prays for independence 2019-11-27T05:00:00Z The mine was forced to shut after a campaign of sabotage by the rebel Bougainville Revolutionary Army. Plans to restart giant Bougainville mine stall as operating rights battle rages 2017-10-05T04:00:00Z For one, Bougainville is rich in natural resources. Will this place become the world's next country? 2019-11-20T05:00:00Z And when the General came ashore at Red Beach, TIME’S Bill Chickering, veteran of the Gilberts and the landing on Bougainville, was waiting on that “toughest beachhead” to report MacArthur’s arrival with President Osmeña: This Vintage Map Shows the 'Greatest Battle in the History of Naval Warfare' 2014-10-24T04:00:00Z The CrocBITE database said a man, whose age was not given, was killed on 1 January by a saltwater crocodile at Rawa Bay in North Bougainville. Boy, 11, eaten by crocodile in Papua New Guinea 2014-05-14T04:00:00Z For now, the people of Bougainville feel optimistic. 'Bless this referendum': Bougainville votes and prays for independence 2019-11-27T05:00:00Z The request for the ban was made by the Bougainville government, three sources with knowledge of the document said. Plans to restart giant Bougainville mine stall as operating rights battle rages 2017-10-05T04:00:00Z But according to research by Australia's Lowy Institute, Bougainville achieving self-reliance would at best be years away. Will this place become the world's next country? 2019-11-20T05:00:00Z Roughly 10,000 current and former Bougainville residents had sought to hold Rio Tinto responsible for human rights violations and thousands of deaths linked to polluting a copper and gold mine it once ran. Rio Tinto wins end to human rights abuse lawsuit in U.S. 2013-06-28T18:51:56Z That might not be enough to save the case against Rio Tinto by some 10,000 current and former residents of the South Pacific island of Bougainville. Analysis: Window narrows in U.S. for human rights abuse lawsuits 2013-04-18T20:18:41Z Roughly 90% of people in Bougainville live in rural hamlets and villages. 'Bless this referendum': Bougainville votes and prays for independence 2019-11-27T05:00:00Z The request for the ban was made by the Bougainville government, three sources with knowledge of the document said. Plans to restart giant Bougainville mine stall as operating rights battle rages 2017-10-05T04:00:00Z Australia, the closest wealthy country, is Bougainville's biggest donor and was involved in the mediation that ended the fighting. Will this place become the world's next country? 2019-11-20T05:00:00Z These operations had not failed to awaken the suspicions of Montcalm; and he had detached M. Bougainville to watch the movements of the English, and prevent their landing on the northern shore. The Conspiracy of Pontiac and the Indian War after the Conquest of Canada 2012-03-26T02:00:34.423Z The Falklands, where M. Bougainville vainly endeavored to plant a French colony, now support about 2500 people, who are all well to do through raising sheep. The Gold Diggings of Cape Horn A Study of Life in Tierra del Fuego and Patagonia 2012-03-13T02:00:27.187Z There is an issue with managing expectations, especially the belief that if the vote returns a strong result for independence, as expected, Bougainville will immediately become independent. 'Bless this referendum': Bougainville votes and prays for independence 2019-11-27T05:00:00Z Bougainville’s main political leaders say getting the mine reopened is critical. Plans to restart giant Bougainville mine stall as operating rights battle rages 2017-10-05T04:00:00Z China is thought to already have sent a delegation to look at investing in Bougainville, including a new port. Will this place become the world's next country? 2019-11-20T05:00:00Z As boats were frequently passing down the river with supplies for the garrison, and as a convoy from Bougainville was expected that very night, the sentinel was deceived, and allowed the English to proceed. The Conspiracy of Pontiac and the Indian War after the Conquest of Canada 2012-03-26T02:00:34.423Z I have no doubt that the bird we saw is the same as Bougainville procured, and from which a description has been given in the Ency. Narrative of the surveying voyages of His Majesty's ships Adventure and Beagle, between the years 1826 and 1836 Volume I. - Proceedings of the First Expedition, 1826-1830 2012-02-24T03:00:32.793Z Bougainville believed that he at any rate went well into the Bight of Benin, while others think he went at any rate as far as Gaboon. West African studies 2012-02-15T03:00:28.537Z BCL claims to have the support of eight other landowner groups in Bougainville with an interest in the project. Plans to restart giant Bougainville mine stall as operating rights battle rages 2017-10-05T04:00:00Z An army mutiny in 1997 overthrew the government after it employed mercenaries to try to end a long-running secessionist rebellion on the island of Bougainville, home to a big copper mine. PNG's failed mutiny worsens investment risk: S&P 2012-01-27T07:38:36Z “De la Reine!” promptly replied the Highland captain, who chanced to know that the regiment so designated formed part of Bougainville’s command. The Conspiracy of Pontiac and the Indian War after the Conquest of Canada 2012-03-26T02:00:34.423Z Bougainville, 10, 35, 39, 69 memorial, 70, 71 on Patagonians, 99, 101. Narrative of the surveying voyages of His Majesty's ships Adventure and Beagle, between the years 1826 and 1836 Volume I. - Proceedings of the First Expedition, 1826-1830 2012-02-24T03:00:32.793Z She was the housekeeper and lover of naturalist Philibert Commerson, who was asked to join French admiral and explorer Louis Antoine de Bougainville’s expedition around the world. Late Bloomer: Trailblazing 18th-Century Woman Botanist Finally Honored with Namesake 2012-01-05T20:45:11.867Z Anthony Regan, a constitutional lawyer at the Australian National University and an adviser to the Bougainville government, said the immediate outlook for the mine is bleak. Plans to restart giant Bougainville mine stall as operating rights battle rages 2017-10-05T04:00:00Z They were rediscovered by Bougainville exactly two centuries later, but it was not until late in the nineteenth century that any attempt was made to study the language and customs of the natives. The Fijians A Study of the Decay of Custom 2011-12-30T03:00:25.917Z Bougainville, with his corps, arrived from the upper country, and, hovering about their rear, threatened an attack; but when he saw what greeting was prepared for him, he abandoned his purpose and withdrew. The Conspiracy of Pontiac and the Indian War after the Conquest of Canada 2012-03-26T02:00:34.423Z Cape Holland S. point of Wood Bay 53 48 33 71 35 41 Bougainville Sugar Loaf Summit of Peak 53 57 32 71 24 13 Cascade Harb. Narrative of the surveying voyages of His Majesty's ships Adventure and Beagle, between the years 1826 and 1836 Volume I. - Proceedings of the First Expedition, 1826-1830 2012-02-24T03:00:32.793Z After marrying an officer in the French army, Baret made her way back to France, claimed her part of Commerson’s will and earned a pension for her work on Bougainville’s expedition. Late Bloomer: Trailblazing 18th-Century Woman Botanist Finally Honored with Namesake 2012-01-05T20:45:11.867Z BCL claims to have the support of eight other landowner groups in Bougainville with an interest in the project. Plans to restart giant Bougainville mine stall as operating rights battle rages 2017-10-05T04:00:00Z The country of seven million people, north of Australia and east of Indonesia, has a history of political violence, including a decade long-civil war involving the mineral-rich island of Bougainville. Political Impasse in Papua New Guinea Appears to End 2011-12-20T13:50:13Z More than a decade of civil war left thousands dead after separatists on Bougainville Island began an armed insurrection in 1989. Political Impasse Leaves Papua With 2 Governments 2011-12-13T15:07:47Z They went southward, landing for the night in Voces Bay, and the following day went to the Adeona, in Bougainville Harbour, where they remained some days. Narrative of the surveying voyages of His Majesty's ships Adventure and Beagle, between the years 1826 and 1836 Volume I. - Proceedings of the First Expedition, 1826-1830 2012-02-24T03:00:32.793Z The rebellion also saw the army topple the government in 1997 for bringing in mercenaries to try to end the Bougainville conflict, which ended with a peace treaty in 2001. Papua New Guinea awakes to two prime ministers, calls for calm 2011-12-13T02:23:21Z Anthony Regan, a constitutional lawyer at the Australian National University and an adviser to the Bougainville government, said the immediate outlook for the mine is bleak. Plans to restart giant Bougainville mine stall as operating rights battle rages 2017-10-05T04:00:00Z "EXPENDABLE" The Bougainville residents claimed that Rio Tinto's Panguna mine operations polluted the island and that the company forced native workers to live in "slave like" conditions. U.S. court revives human rights case versus Rio Tinto 2011-10-25T20:12:44Z His intention was merely to excite the envy of his fellow-countrymen by detailing the delights that, were to be found in the new Cythera of Bougainville. Popery! As it Was and as it Is Also, Auricular Confession; And Popish Nunneries 2011-10-12T02:00:50.077Z The Adelaide returned from Bougainville Harbour on the 18th of June, having succeeded in the object for which she was sent. Narrative of the surveying voyages of His Majesty's ships Adventure and Beagle, between the years 1826 and 1836 Volume I. - Proceedings of the First Expedition, 1826-1830 2012-02-24T03:00:32.793Z A 12-year secessionist rebellion on the island of Bougainville, the longest running conflict in the Pacific, forced the closure of the giant gold and copper Panguna mine. Papua New Guinea awakes to two prime ministers, calls for calm 2011-12-13T02:23:21Z “The need of Bougainville to have a significant source of revenue if it’s to be really autonomous or independent has become hopelessly enmeshed with the future of Panguna.” Plans to restart giant Bougainville mine stall as operating rights battle rages 2017-10-05T04:00:00Z I remember how he fumed and fretted when his bookseller in London sent him the volume of Monsieur de Bougainville's voyage round the world. Palm Tree Island 2011-09-21T02:00:31.730Z Bougainville had first to perform the unpleasant task of delivering up the Falkland Islands, where he had encouraged the formation of a French settlement, to the Spaniards. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 11, Slice 6 "Geodesy" to "Geometry" 2011-09-19T02:00:10.473Z This is an account in 1746, only twenty years before that of Bougainville. Narrative of the surveying voyages of His Majesty's ships Adventure and Beagle, between the years 1826 and 1836 Volume I. - Proceedings of the First Expedition, 1826-1830 2012-02-24T03:00:32.793Z When the sentinel demanded, a quel regiment? the captain replied, de la reine, which he knew by accident to be one of those that composed the body commanded by Bougainville. The Clan Fraser in Canada Souvenir of the First Annual Gathering 2011-09-09T02:01:00.467Z This last name was given by their discoverer, Bougainville, who christened them thus out of compliment to the dexterity of the natives, whom he found sailing their canoes far out at sea. Stevenson's Shrine The Record of a Pilgrimage 2011-07-18T02:00:23.520Z In 1764 the French explorer De Bougainville took possession of the islands on behalf of his country, and established a colony at Port Louis on Berkeley Sound. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 10, Slice 2 "Fairbanks, Erastus" to "Fens" 2011-06-19T02:00:16.580Z Cannon were planted in front and rear of Bougainville's position. Vermont A Study of Independence 2011-03-17T02:00:13.130Z One of the headlands, called by M. Bougainville Cape Remarquable, was examined by Mr. Graves for fossil shells, of which the French navigator speaks. Narrative of the surveying voyages of His Majesty's ships Adventure and Beagle, between the years 1826 and 1836 Volume I. - Proceedings of the First Expedition, 1826-1830 2012-02-24T03:00:32.793Z Bourlamaque was dangerously wounded; Bougainville slightly; and the hat of Lévis was twice shot through. Historic Handbook of the Northern Tour 2011-02-10T03:00:53.020Z If it was of recent origin, the introduction of it was, without a dissentient voice, ascribed to the voyage of M. de Bougainville. Narrative of the Voyages Round the World, Performed by Captain James Cook : with an Account of His Life During the Previous and Intervening Periods 2011-01-12T03:00:35.190Z But in 1767 France ceded the islands to Spain, De Bougainville being employed as intermediary. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 10, Slice 2 "Fairbanks, Erastus" to "Fens" 2011-06-19T02:00:16.580Z Montcalm's own aide de camp was De Bougainville, more famed in after years on sea than land. A Historical Geography of the British Colonies Vol. V, Canada—Part I, Historical Of all the above accounts, I think those by Bougainville and Wallis the most accurate. Narrative of the surveying voyages of His Majesty's ships Adventure and Beagle, between the years 1826 and 1836 Volume I. - Proceedings of the First Expedition, 1826-1830 2012-02-24T03:00:32.793Z The force under Bougainville above Quebec was raised to three thousand men. Historic Handbook of the Northern Tour 2011-02-10T03:00:53.020Z M. de Bougainville was the next person by whom they were visited, in 1768. Narrative of the Voyages Round the World, Performed by Captain James Cook : with an Account of His Life During the Previous and Intervening Periods 2011-01-12T03:00:35.190Z “But at least madame did not come to seek it,” responded M. de Bougainville, gallantly, “and we are keeping her standing.” The Span o' Life A Tale of Louisbourg & Quebec Bougainville, who, before night fell and before the tide turned, had seen the ships drift up stream instead of down, was completely misled. A Historical Geography of the British Colonies Vol. V, Canada—Part I, Historical Of the anchorages examined by Mr. Graves, Bougainville Harbour, better known to sealers by the name of Jack's Cove, or Harbour, is the most sheltered. Narrative of the surveying voyages of His Majesty's ships Adventure and Beagle, between the years 1826 and 1836 Volume I. - Proceedings of the First Expedition, 1826-1830 2012-02-24T03:00:32.793Z Bougainville’s name is given to the largest member of the Solomon Islands, which belongs to Germany; and to the strait which divides it from the British island of Choiseul. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 4, Slice 3 "Borgia, Lucrezia" to "Bradford, John" They were as little concerned about Aotourou, the man who had gone away with M. de Bougainville. Narrative of the Voyages Round the World, Performed by Captain James Cook : with an Account of His Life During the Previous and Intervening Periods 2011-01-12T03:00:35.190Z “M. de Bougainville,” he said, beckoning to one of his officers, “will you come and tell Mme. de St. Just something of this charming country, while I write some letters?” The Span o' Life A Tale of Louisbourg & Quebec Here Bougainville was stationed with a considerable force, behind fortifications which had been strengthened in the previous winter. A Historical Geography of the British Colonies Vol. V, Canada—Part I, Historical We also observed here, for the first time, the parroquet, which Bougainville described to be common in the Strait. Narrative of the surveying voyages of His Majesty's ships Adventure and Beagle, between the years 1826 and 1836 Volume I. - Proceedings of the First Expedition, 1826-1830 2012-02-24T03:00:32.793Z After the peace, when the French government conceived the project of colonizing the Falkland Islands, Bougainville undertook the task at his own expense. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 4, Slice 3 "Borgia, Lucrezia" to "Bradford, John" It was in the track which had been pursued by M. de Bougainville that our commander now proceeded. Narrative of the Voyages Round the World, Performed by Captain James Cook : with an Account of His Life During the Previous and Intervening Periods 2011-01-12T03:00:35.190Z M. de Bougainville, as a mathematician, might have seen to a less exact but more generous provision.” The Span o' Life A Tale of Louisbourg & Quebec Samoa is also known to Europeans as the Navigators' Islands, a name bestowed on them by the French explorer De Bougainville, who visited the group in 1768. The Belief in Immortality and the Worship of the Dead Vol. II The safety of the Beagle being established, I despatched Mr. Graves, in the Hope, to examine some openings between the Magdalen Channel and the Dos Hermanos of Bougainville. Narrative of the surveying voyages of His Majesty's ships Adventure and Beagle, between the years 1826 and 1836 Volume I. - Proceedings of the First Expedition, 1826-1830 2012-02-24T03:00:32.793Z But the settlement having excited the jealousy of the Spaniards, the French government gave it up to them, on condition of their indemnifying Bougainville. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 4, Slice 3 "Borgia, Lucrezia" to "Bradford, John" His chief view in passing over to this island was to procure from its monarch, Opoony, an anchor which Monsieur de Bougainville had lost at Otaheite, and which had been conveyed to Bolabola. Narrative of the Voyages Round the World, Performed by Captain James Cook : with an Account of His Life During the Previous and Intervening Periods 2011-01-12T03:00:35.190Z But there are other men; there is M. de Bougainville, who is young, and has le bel air, but is too serious. The Span o' Life A Tale of Louisbourg & Quebec There is no record of any visit paid by a European vessel to the islands in the interval between the visits of Roggewein and De Bougainville. The Belief in Immortality and the Worship of the Dead Vol. II Nor were the narratives of Byron or Bougainville calculated to lessen my anxiety. Narrative of the surveying voyages of His Majesty's ships Adventure and Beagle, between the years 1826 and 1836 Volume I. - Proceedings of the First Expedition, 1826-1830 2012-02-24T03:00:32.793Z Having executed his commission of delivering up the Falkland Islands to the Spanish, Bougainville proceeded on his expedition, and touched at Buenos Aires. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 4, Slice 3 "Borgia, Lucrezia" to "Bradford, John" The chief of them is that of Bougainville, 1771, which, giving the first clear notion to Frenchmen of the South Sea Islands, had a remarkably stimulating effect on the imaginations of the philosophe party. A Short History of French Literature His home island lay across Bougainville Strait, the stretch of water just beyond.... Where the Pavement Ends Index: WM Intendant, appearance and character, 32; made profit of famine, 53; gambling habits, 54; reprimanded by minister, 88; hostility to Bougainville, 88; makes his headquarters at Beauport, 88; letter to Bougainville, 165. The Makers of Canada: Index and Dictionary of Canadian History Her descriptions of Tahiti, the Eden of the Pacific, are not less glowing than those of her predecessors, from Wallis and Bougainville down to "the Earl and the Doctor." Celebrated Women Travellers of the Nineteenth Century Moving out of his intrenchments at Carillon, therefore, and supported by Lévis and Bougainville, he advanced up the valley with six thousand soldiers and over a thousand Indians. Old Quebec The Fortress of New France The simple answer is that Bougainville remained ignorant of what was happening. The Great Events by Famous Historians, Volume 13 But never—this was the point—never could he be punished for anything he might choose to do over there in Bougainville. Where the Pavement Ends De Bougainville indeed subsequently came up and threatened an attack in the rear, but the bold front made by the English compelled him to draw off again without any serious attempt to molest the victors. The King's Warrant A Story of Old and New France From the days of Bougainville, its discoverer, down to those of "the Earl and the Doctor," who recently visited it, Tahiti has moved the admiration of voyagers by the charms of its scenery. Celebrated Women Travellers of the Nineteenth Century Montcalm established his headquarters in the centre, wisely entrusting the left wing to the capable De Lévis, the right being assigned to Bougainville. Old Quebec The Fortress of New France Bougainville and his force back at Cap Rouge were as far off and as yet no wiser. The Great Events by Famous Historians, Volume 13 Karaki, his friend, was a heathen from Bougainville, where some people are smoked and others eaten. Where the Pavement Ends The expedition, the command of which was entrusted to Baron de Bougainville, was, strictly speaking, neither a scientific voyage nor a campaign of discovery. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part III. The Great Explorers of the Nineteenth Century At Bolabola, Captain Cook succeeded in obtaining an anchor which had been left there by M. Bougainville, as he was very desirous of converting the iron into articles of traffic. Famous Islands and Memorable Voyages Berryer, the Colonial Minister, received Bougainville coldly, and to his appeal for help replied: "Eh, Monsieur, when the house is on fire one cannot concern one's self with the stable." Old Quebec The Fortress of New France He had every reason to count on Bougainville and his twenty-three hundred men, who were no farther from Wolfe's rear than he himself was from the English front. The Great Events by Famous Historians, Volume 13 When the time should be accomplished, Karaki would be shipped back to Bougainville, a matter of some eight hundred miles, where he would land no richer than before except in experience. Where the Pavement Ends Two vessels were placed under the orders of M. de Bougainville. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part III. The Great Explorers of the Nineteenth Century Upon returning to England, he ascertained that she was the Aigle, Captain M. de Bougainville, who was coasting Patagonia in search of the wood needed by the French colony in the Falkland Islands. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part 2. The Great Navigators of the Eighteenth Century From boat to boat the General's eye passed, then shifted to the ships—the Squirrel, the Leostaff, the Seahorse, and the rest—and lastly, to the spot where lay the army of Bougainville. Old Quebec The Fortress of New France At the same time the expected approach of Bougainville in the rear had to be watched for and anticipated. The Great Events by Famous Historians, Volume 13 On the beach lay a big proa, a stout outrigger canoe; of the kind Karaki's own people used at Bougainville, so high of prow and stern as to be nearly crescent-shaped. Where the Pavement Ends The laziness of the workpeople, and the great number of holidays in which they indulge, early decided Bougainville to part for a time from his convoy, and on December 12th he set sail for Cochin-China. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part III. The Great Explorers of the Nineteenth Century It was the frigate, La Boudeuse, with which Bougainville had just been round the world. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part 2. The Great Navigators of the Eighteenth Century Montcalm, therefore, hastily detailed a small force to defend the cliffs; and the right wing of the army under Bougainville was charged with the protection of the city upon its flank, or landward side. Old Quebec The Fortress of New France It was a chronic condition of affairs, and Bougainville's business was to watch the upper river, where an attack was really expected. The Great Events by Famous Historians, Volume 13 The end came two days later at Bougainville. Where the Pavement Ends The Thetis only touched at Macao to leave some missionaries, and to hoist the French flag, and Bougainville set sail again on January 8th. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part III. The Great Explorers of the Nineteenth Century Louis Antoine de Bougainville was born at Paris, on the 13th of November, 1729. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part 2. The Great Navigators of the Eighteenth Century Bougainville, however, soon perceived signs of Montcalm's defeat, and unwilling to risk an engagement with a wholly victorious enemy, he retreated without a blow. Old Quebec The Fortress of New France A suspicious calm brooded over the British squadron off Cap Rouge as Bougainville watched it from the shore throughout the whole of the 12th. The Great Events by Famous Historians, Volume 13 Bougainville never found it above twenty-two, and often under eighteen degrees of Reaumur. A New Voyage Round the World in the Years 1823, 24, 25, and 26. Vol. 1 Upon leaving the strait, Bougainville made an unsuccessful search for Cloates Island. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part III. The Great Explorers of the Nineteenth Century Therefore, when young Bougainville entered upon the object of his mission to M. de Choiseul, the minister answered brusquely,— "When the house is on fire, one does not worry oneself about the stables!" Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part 2. The Great Navigators of the Eighteenth Century After leaving Marau Sound we stood to the northward, being bound to Bougainville Island. Sarréo 1901 Bougainville, however, had returned from France early in May with the startling news that a large expedition destined for Quebec was already on the sea. The Great Events by Famous Historians, Volume 13 When the breeze came again over the ridges of Dominica, De Bougainville's division, now far to leeward, made no attempt to succour De Grasse. Famous Sea Fights From Salamis to Tsu-Shima Bougainville, like the Russian navigator L�tke, is of opinion that the position of Valparaiso does not justify its reputation. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part III. The Great Explorers of the Nineteenth Century Bougainville says,— "These animals were so abundant, that travellers, when they needed food, would kill a bull, consume what they could eat, and leave the rest to be devoured by wild dogs and tigers." Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part 2. The Great Navigators of the Eighteenth Century Ten miles away the verdure-clad peaks and spurs of lofty Bougainville stood clearly out, silhouetted against the sea-rim on the starboard hand. Rodman The Boatsteerer And Other Stories 1898 In 1771 he was commissioned at his own desire to restore to the island of his birth a Tahitian who had accompanied Bougainville to France. Essays on early ornithology and kindred subjects To the southward lay the van ships under De Bougainville becalmed, with no enemy in range of them. Famous Sea Fights From Salamis to Tsu-Shima One day," says Bougainville, "when I was at the edge of the forest, I wounded a monkey who had ventured forth for a stroll in the sunshine. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part III. The Great Explorers of the Nineteenth Century Upon the 2nd of April Bougainville perceived a high and steep mountain, to which he gave the name of La Boudeuse. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part 2. The Great Navigators of the Eighteenth Century I want to speak to him about Bougainville; he knows the place well, I have been told. Rodman The Boatsteerer And Other Stories 1898 Well, I jogged along till one Sunday morning, when I made the land between Cape Bougainville and Cape St. George. Yorke The Adventurer A younger and more vigorous man would have perhaps marked down Vaudreuil's or Bougainville's fugitive divisions for utter destruction. Famous Sea Fights From Salamis to Tsu-Shima Bougainville was agreeably surprised to see a large number of islands and islets, the bays, &c., of which were sure to afford excellent anchorage during the monsoons. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part III. The Great Explorers of the Nineteenth Century The appearance of this shore," says Bougainville, "raised like an amphitheatre, offered a most attractive picture. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part 2. The Great Navigators of the Eighteenth Century The first land made was Easter Island, which had been in vain looked for by Byron, Cartaret, and Bougainville. Notable Voyagers From Columbus to Nordenskiold Now, most of them come from Bouka, at the north end of Bougainville Island, and Bougainville lies right in our track for Sydney. Edward Barry South Sea Pearler It may have seemed a little wild for Captain Cook and Bougainville and the old Dutch navigators, with their poor appliances and ignorance of what there was beyond the seas. Jack at Sea All Work and no Play made him a Dull Boy The population was estimated by a native at not more than 2000, but Bougainville thought even that too high a figure. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part III. The Great Explorers of the Nineteenth Century Bougainville wished to reprimand him, but the poor fellow assured him, that however he might threaten him, he could never equal the terrors of his visit on shore. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part 2. The Great Navigators of the Eighteenth Century The Falkland Islands were in sight, and the land seen as we drew nearer, I found, was that about Cape Bougainville. A Voyage round the World A book for boys Bougainville, but by his description he could only have had a distant and a very imperfect view of the island. Voyage of H.M.S. Pandora Despatched to Arrest the Mutineers of the 'Bounty' in the South Seas, 1790-1791 We may close this chapter with a short account of the Supplement to Bougainville’s Travels, which was composed in 1772, and published twenty-four years later. Diderot and the Encyclopædists Volume II. Bougainville also turned his stay at Sydney to account by laying the foundation-stone of a monument to the memory of La P�rouse. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part III. The Great Explorers of the Nineteenth Century Bougainville established his sick and his water-casks upon the shore of a small river which ran at the bottom of the bay, under a guard for their security. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part 2. The Great Navigators of the Eighteenth Century "De la Reine," answered the same officer, who happily remembered that some companies of this regiment were with Bougainville. Canada Bougainville and called by him Louisiade, and probably joins to it. Voyage of H.M.S. Pandora Despatched to Arrest the Mutineers of the 'Bounty' in the South Seas, 1790-1791 Bougainville was the first Frenchman who sailed round the world. Diderot and the Encyclopædists Volume II. Bougainville set out again on August 26th, and was tossed about by head-winds, and troubled alike by calms and storms during the remainder of his passage through the straits. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part III. The Great Explorers of the Nineteenth Century All Bougainville's inquiries failed to find out the perpetrator of this abominable assassination. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part 2. The Great Navigators of the Eighteenth Century Wallenstein, the German Resident Commissioner from Bougainville, poured himself a long Scotch and soda and smiled. A Son Of The Sun Edwards must have had a copy of Bougainville on board, but no record of La Pérouse's visit four years before, or he would have shown greater caution in communicating with the natives. Voyage of H.M.S. Pandora Despatched to Arrest the Mutineers of the 'Bounty' in the South Seas, 1790-1791 It passed the straits where Magellan spread his adventurous sails in days of old, and doubled the cape which Byron, Bougainville, and Cook had doubled long before it. Shifting Winds A Tough Yarn A few horses were also killed which had relapsed into a wild state since the departure of the colony founded by Bougainville. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part III. The Great Explorers of the Nineteenth Century Bougainville acquired popularity as the first Frenchman who accomplished a voyage round the world. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part 2. The Great Navigators of the Eighteenth Century A report prevails that Bougainville is arrived at St. Domingo with two ships, as likewise are the four that were at Curaçao. Memoirs of the Courts and Cabinets of George the Third From the Original Family Documents, Volume 1 Bougainville to run two leagues from the West end. Voyage of H.M.S. Pandora Despatched to Arrest the Mutineers of the 'Bounty' in the South Seas, 1790-1791 Bougainville asserts that Marin, the commandant of the department of the Bay, was associated in trade with the governor and intendant, and that his part netted him annually 15,000 francs. The Character and Influence of the Indian Trade in Wisconsin The character of the soil has proved an obstacle to the growth of the trees which Bougainville endeavoured to acclimatize, of which scarce a vestige remained at the time of Freycinet's visit. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part III. The Great Explorers of the Nineteenth Century After a stay at Waihoun and Bouro Islands, at which latter place the President overwhelmed the French with civilities, and where Bougainville was still remembered by the natives, the expedition left, under command of D'Auribeau. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part 2. The Great Navigators of the Eighteenth Century He brought thirty-four hundred regulars, provincials, and Indians from Crown Point on Lake Champlain, and moved down the Richelieu, driving Bougainville before him. Fort Amity On the 14th, in the forenoon, saw three isles, supposed to be the cluster of isles called by Bougainville Navigator's Isles. Voyage of H.M.S. Pandora Despatched to Arrest the Mutineers of the 'Bounty' in the South Seas, 1790-1791 Given the "if practicable" loophole, there was little chance that all the units would go overseas with "excellent" commanders. 93d Division Troops in Bougainville, April 1944. Integration of the Armed Forces, 1940-1965 He took up his residence in the midst of the ruins of the settlement founded by Bougainville, in order to execute certain repairs which the condition of his vessel required. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part III. The Great Explorers of the Nineteenth Century Bougainville persisted, and at last he was obliged to fix the length of his stay. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part 2. The Great Navigators of the Eighteenth Century Next morning Bougainville sought Amherst's tent and presented a bulky paper containing fifty-five articles of capitulation. Fort Amity We would gladly have continued the same custom; but the great length of the voyage would not permit it, as, after we had passed to the wastward of Bougainville's track, the ocean was perfectly unexplored. Voyage of H.M.S. Pandora Despatched to Arrest the Mutineers of the 'Bounty' in the South Seas, 1790-1791 It is not a little singular that, in this particular, he resembles the inhabitants of Otaheite; one of whom Bougainville describes as having sung in strophes all that struck him during a voyage. Béarn and the Pyrenees A Legendary Tour to the Country of Henri Quatre Bougainville turned the delay necessary for the revictualling of his division to account by paying a visit to Santiago, the capital of Chili, thirty-three leagues inland. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part III. The Great Explorers of the Nineteenth Century Still, Bougainville's worst apprehensions were not upon this score. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part 2. The Great Navigators of the Eighteenth Century Bougainville bore his message, and returned in a little while to remonstrate; but in vain. Fort Amity The whole of the archipelago, together with the adjoining island of Bougainville in the Solomon Islands, is now under German rule. The Belief in Immortality and the Worship of the Dead, Volume I (of 3) The Belief Among the Aborigines of Australia, the Torres Straits Islands, New Guinea and Melanesia Who had given the order for the troops to move out against the English without waiting for Bougainville to come from Cape Rouge? Canada: the Empire of the North Being the Romantic Story of the New Dominion's Growth from Colony to Kingdom A boat was despatched to Cape Remarkable, where Bougainville said he had seen fossil shells, which, however, turned out to be nothing but little pebbles imbedded in a calcareous gangue. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part III. The Great Explorers of the Nineteenth Century One of them, named Aotourou, asked, and finally obtained, permission to accompany Bougainville on his voyage. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part 2. The Great Navigators of the Eighteenth Century Some of them were captured, and the others escaped in the dusk to carry the alarm to the city, to Montcalm and to Bougainville. The Sun Of Quebec A Story of a Great Crisis As boats were frequently passing down the river with supplies for the garrison, and as a convoy from Bougainville was expected that very night, the sentinel was deceived and allowed the English to proceed. The Ontario Readers: Fourth Book "The Queen's," replies the officer, who chances to know that Bougainville has a regiment of that name. Canada: the Empire of the North Being the Romantic Story of the New Dominion's Growth from Colony to Kingdom This circumstance would lead to an opinion that some motive, not well explained, must have induced Montcalm to hazard an action before he was assured of being joined by Bougainville. The Life of George Washington, Vol. 1 Commander in Chief of the American Forces During the War which Established the Independence of his Country and First President of the United States Although it was visited, as we have already narrated, by Wallis, we will give a little information which we owe to Bougainville. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part 2. The Great Navigators of the Eighteenth Century Montcalm below the town and Bougainville above it were watching incessantly. The Sun Of Quebec A Story of a Great Crisis Shortly afterwards, there was an outbreak of hot firing in the rear, where the light troops, under Colonel Howe, repulsed a detachment of Bougainville's command, which came up and attacked them. With Wolfe in Canada The Winning of a Continent Then Bougainville blindfold carries Webb's answer to Monro and demands the surrender of the fort. Canada: the Empire of the North Being the Romantic Story of the New Dominion's Growth from Colony to Kingdom Thus embarrassed, he detached Monsieur de Bougainville with fifteen hundred men, to watch the motions of the English, and to prevent their landing. The Life of George Washington, Vol. 1 Commander in Chief of the American Forces During the War which Established the Independence of his Country and First President of the United States Bougainville could only obtain very vague information of their ceremonies and religion. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part 2. The Great Navigators of the Eighteenth Century It will make Montcalm below the town think he is going to be attacked, and it will make Bougainville above it rest more easily. The Sun Of Quebec A Story of a Great Crisis "De la reine," the officer replied, knowing that a part of that regiment was with Bougainville. With Wolfe in Canada The Winning of a Continent Bougainville had been sent to France from Lake Champlain in 1758 with report of the victory at Ticonderoga. Canada: the Empire of the North Being the Romantic Story of the New Dominion's Growth from Colony to Kingdom It is the island of the New Hebrides group which Bougainville named Aurora. The First Discovery of Australia and New Guinea Being The Narrative of Portuguese and Spanish Discoveries in the Australasian Regions, between the Years 1492-1606, with Descriptions of their Old Charts. At eight o'clock on the 16th of April, Bougainville was about ten leagues north of Tahiti, when he perceived land to windward. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part 2. The Great Navigators of the Eighteenth Century He would not wait for Bougainville, nor would he hold back for the garrison of Quebec. The Sun Of Quebec A Story of a Great Crisis He handed a small piece of paper, tightly folded up, to Bougainville, who opened it, and read it by the light of the candle. With Wolfe in Canada The Winning of a Continent What frigates had come in with Bougainville were sent higher up the St. Lawrence to be out of danger; but the crews, numbering 1400, were posted on the ramparts of Upper Town. Canada: the Empire of the North Being the Romantic Story of the New Dominion's Growth from Colony to Kingdom M. de Vaudreuil's letter contained a permission to M. de Bougainville to capitulate or retire from the island if it was possible. The Campaign of 1760 in Canada A Narrative Attributed to Chevalier Johnstone On the 3rd of May, Bougainville bore down towards a new land, which he had just discovered, and was not long in finding others on the same day. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part 2. The Great Navigators of the Eighteenth Century The chief, if not sole object I had in view by visiting that island was, to procure from its monarch, Opoony, one of the anchors which Monsieur de Bougainville had lost at Otaheite. A General History and Collection of Voyages and Travels, Volume 16 "The reconnaissance looks as if Wolfe meant to attempt a landing here," Bougainville said. With Wolfe in Canada The Winning of a Continent The rumor of the English invasion was confirmed by Bougainville. Canada: the Empire of the North Being the Romantic Story of the New Dominion's Growth from Colony to Kingdom De Bougainville immediately decided for a retreat, which was executed and combined with equal justness; and the success answered exactly to the prudence, wisdom and good conduct that De Bougainville exhibited in preparing for it. The Campaign of 1760 in Canada A Narrative Attributed to Chevalier Johnstone As soon as the boats were laden with fruit and wood, Bougainville re-embarked his men. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part 2. The Great Navigators of the Eighteenth Century I thought that M. de Bougainville's anchor would supply our want of this useful material; and I made no doubt that I should be able to tempt Opoony to part with it. A General History and Collection of Voyages and Travels, Volume 16 "Bougainville was right in supposing that prisoners would not be likely to attempt to escape," James said, in a low voice. With Wolfe in Canada The Winning of a Continent Bougainville's force was increased to three thousand men, and he was ordered to keep especial watch westward. Canada: the Empire of the North Being the Romantic Story of the New Dominion's Growth from Colony to Kingdom De Bougainville adopted every prudent measure imaginable to achieve success. The Campaign of 1760 in Canada A Narrative Attributed to Chevalier Johnstone Two arrows aimed at them served as a pretext for the first discharge, which was speedily followed by a fire so well directed, that Bougainville believed his crew in danger. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part 2. The Great Navigators of the Eighteenth Century How high the Bolabola men are now in estimation at Otaheite, may be inferred from Monsieur de Bougainville's anchor having been conveyed to them. A General History and Collection of Voyages and Travels, Volume 16 He now reinforced the troops under Bougainville, above Quebec, to 3000 men. With Wolfe in Canada The Winning of a Continent Behind him lay Bougainville with three thousand French soldiers, fresh and in perfect condition. Canada: the Empire of the North Being the Romantic Story of the New Dominion's Growth from Colony to Kingdom It appeared in elegant, editions, was translated into French prose by Bougainville, and into French verse by Jeanty-Laurans, also most successfully into Italian verse by Ricci. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 12, No. 73, November, 1863 On the 6th of July Bougainville cast anchor on the southern coast of New Ireland, which had been discovered by Schouten, in Port Praslin, at the very point where Carteret had stopped. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part 2. The Great Navigators of the Eighteenth Century For my aide-de-camp, M. de Bougainville, lately returned from France, has brought me sad news. French and English A Story of the Struggle in America It appears by Bougainville's account of the animals of Falkland Islands, that this penguin is there; and I think it is very well described by him under the name of first class of penguins*. A Voyage Towards the South Pole and Round the World Volume 2 Pierre Louis Bougainville, so small and so insignificant, was not looking at him. The Forest of Swords A Story of Paris and the Marne He cast an approving eye over Bougainville's work, and puffing his cheeks still wider whistled a low, musical note. The Hosts of the Air From thence Bougainville penetrated to the Molucca Archipelago, where he reckoned upon finding the fresh provisions requisite for the forty-five sufferers from scurvy on board. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part 2. The Great Navigators of the Eighteenth Century And our vessels in the river below are leading poor Bougainville a fine dance up and down the banks. French and English A Story of the Struggle in America The resemblance of the two countries; *Bougainville's meeting with the shoal of Diana above sixty leagues from the coast; and the signs he had of land to the S.E.; all tend to increase the probability. A Voyage Towards the South Pole and Round the World Volume 2 In some curious way Bougainville impressed him once more with a sense of power. The Forest of Swords A Story of Paris and the Marne Bougainville had read the story of the battle aright. The Hosts of the Air No one on board had escaped scurvy, and half the crew, Bougainville says, were quite unfit for duty. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part 2. The Great Navigators of the Eighteenth Century "De la Reine," answered Julian, who had not spoken in vain with the deserting Canadians, and knew a good deal about Bougainville's camp. French and English A Story of the Struggle in America To corroborate this suspicion, M. Bougainville's description of the canoes and persons of the natives agrees entirely, as far as it goes, with that given by Mr. Shortland*. The Voyage of Governor Phillip to Botany Bay With an Account of the Establishment of the Colonies of Port Jackson and Norfolk Island (1789) The priest looked again at Bougainville, and his face softened. The Forest of Swords A Story of Paris and the Marne The Bougainville regiment and other regiments both right and left sprang up and, with a short, fierce shout, rushed upon the town. The Hosts of the Air Lova's confused replies, and the half-broiled head of a man, found by Bougainville in a pirogue in Choiseul Island, placed the existence of this barbarous practice beyond the possibility of doubt. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part 2. The Great Navigators of the Eighteenth Century Where is Bougainville? surely he will fall upon the English rear! French and English A Story of the Struggle in America His own curious and bold Supplément au Voyage de Bougainville is entirely in the vein of Rousseau's discourse on the superiority of primitive over civilised life. Diderot and the Encyclopædists (Vol 1 of 2) "Not for youth like ours," exclaimed Bougainville, and he ran upward so lightly that the American had some difficulty in following him. The Forest of Swords A Story of Paris and the Marne Neither was Bougainville, who, like Bonaparte at Lodi or Arcola, was now leading his men in person, waving aloft a small sword, and continually shouting to his children to follow him. The Hosts of the Air After rectifying the position of Eddystone rocks, and that of the Treasury Islands—which are five in number, though so close together that Bougainville took them for one island—D'Entrecasteaux coasted Bougainville Island. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part 2. The Great Navigators of the Eighteenth Century He knew, too, that behind him lay Bougainville and his thousands, who, by joining in a concentrated action with Montcalm, could hem him in between two fires, and cut his gallant little army to pieces. French and English A Story of the Struggle in America It appears by Bougainville's account of the animals of Falkland Islands, that this penguin is there; and I think it is very well described by him under the name of first class of penguins. A General History and Collection of Voyages and Travels — Volume 15 Forming A Complete History Of The Origin And Progress Of Navigation, Discovery, And Commerce, By Sea And Land, From The Earliest Ages To The Present Time "What is it?" asked Bougainville who had stood patiently by his side. The Forest of Swords A Story of Paris and the Marne Strength poured back in a full tide, and he said to Bougainville: "You'll let me go back with you?" The Hosts of the Air "At least," replied Bougainville, "no one can say that you speak like a horse!" Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part 2. The Great Navigators of the Eighteenth Century With such an army as could be quickly gathered, and by acting in concert with Bougainville from Cap Rouge, there is at least a very fair chance of vanquishing the foe in open fight. French and English A Story of the Struggle in America These troops marched into Brest at early morning, breakfasted in the town, and went at once on board the transports, "with an incredible gayety," says Bougainville. Montcalm and Wolfe Bougainville held out his hands eagerly for the glasses, and then drew them back a little. The Forest of Swords A Story of Paris and the Marne The pursuit was carried on some time by the French cavalry which had appeared as the last charge was made, but Bougainville, with the clear note of trumpets, recalled the infantry. The Hosts of the Air Bougainville had served under him, and was far too grand a personage to trouble himself about the grumbling of the ship's officers. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part 2. The Great Navigators of the Eighteenth Century This search, however, was equally fruitless, though Bougainville crossed the position laid down for it in M. de Bellin's chart. A General History and Collection of Voyages and Travels — Volume 13 His first aide-de-camp, Bougainville, pleased him, if possible, still more. Montcalm and Wolfe He had given courage to Lannes, and now Bougainville, that little Apache of the Butte Montmartre, was giving new strength to his own weakening heart. The Forest of Swords A Story of Paris and the Marne A little man, with the brow of a Napoleon, the famous general, Bougainville, whose rise had been so astonishing, stood beside General Vaugirard. The Hosts of the Air To avoid altercation, Bougainville hurried the preparations for departure. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part 2. The Great Navigators of the Eighteenth Century Such critical circumstances induced Bougainville to use all possible speed in getting to some place of refreshment, and of course materially interfered with his plan of making discoveries. A General History and Collection of Voyages and Travels — Volume 13 Bougainville was stationed at Isle-aux-Noix to bar the approach from Lake Champlain, and a force under La Corne was held ready to defend the rapids above Montreal, should the English attempt that dangerous passage. Montcalm and Wolfe Bougainville promised and they walked down to the second platform, where Father Pelletier was still standing. The Forest of Swords A Story of Paris and the Marne "It's a pity Bougainville couldn't have come earlier," he said. The Hosts of the Air Tahiti, which was named Nouvelle Cyth�re by Bougainville, on account of the beauty of the women, is the largest of the Society's group. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part 2. The Great Navigators of the Eighteenth Century The sight of these rocks convinced M. Bougainville of a considerable error in his reckoning, during even this short trip. A General History and Collection of Voyages and Travels — Volume 13 If I had had my way, Monsieur de Lévis or Monsieur de Bougainville would have had charge of it. Montcalm and Wolfe A little Apache named Pierre Louis Bougainville, whom I have nicknamed Geronimo, after a famous Indian chief of my country. The Forest of Swords A Story of Paris and the Marne A man with a bugle was lying in the snow near Bougainville and the little colonel reached over and touched him. The Hosts of the Air Having obtained the commodities he needed, Bougainville regained the sea. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part 2. The Great Navigators of the Eighteenth Century If one may judge from the experience of Bougainville, this kind of subornation would be somewhat difficult of accomplishment. A General History and Collection of Voyages and Travels — Volume 13 I see no difference," says Bougainville, "in the dress, ornaments, dances, and songs of the various western nations. Montcalm and Wolfe In all the excitement of the moment young Bougainville recognized him and something droll flashed in his eyes. The Forest of Swords A Story of Paris and the Marne What a wonderful man Bougainville had proved himself to be! The Hosts of the Air Whilst Bougainville was in these latitudes certain business matters required his presence on board the Etoile, and he there found out a singular fact, which had already been largely discussed by his crew. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part 2. The Great Navigators of the Eighteenth Century Another council was now held, at which Bougainville was desired to be present. A General History and Collection of Voyages and Travels — Volume 13 Bougainville has talent, a warm head, and warm heart; he will ripen in time. Montcalm and Wolfe Bullets were coming from it in showers, but the Bougainville regiment broke into a run, passed ahead of the others and rushed straight at the hill. The Forest of Swords A Story of Paris and the Marne We do," said Bougainville, earnestly, "but it will take all the strength of the allied nations to achieve it. The Hosts of the Air On leaving this strait a new land was discovered—Bougainville Island, the southern extremity of which, called Laverdy Cape, appears to join Bouka Island. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part 2. The Great Navigators of the Eighteenth Century All this, it is probable, would have been avoided, if Bougainville had been better acquainted with the island. A General History and Collection of Voyages and Travels — Volume 13 Bourlamaque, Bougainville, and Roquemaure, abandoned by all their militia, had crossed to Montreal with the few regulars that remained with them. Montcalm and Wolfe But the men under orders from Bougainville, withheld the fire of their rifles for the present. The Forest of Swords A Story of Paris and the Marne But whatever the emergency might be the men were ready and on the right of the Strangers was that Paris regiment under Bougainville. The Hosts of the Air It was visible at a distance of twenty leagues from two gigantic mountains, Cyclops and Bougainville. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part 2. The Great Navigators of the Eighteenth Century We shall accordingly pass it over, specifying only a few particulars respecting one of its natives Aotourou, who, at his own desire, accompanied Bougainville to Europe, and whose history has attracted a little notice. A General History and Collection of Voyages and Travels — Volume 13 In the morning Bougainville carried them to the tent of Amherst. Montcalm and Wolfe Bougainville himself stood up as became a leader of men, and lowered his sword for the first time. The Forest of Swords A Story of Paris and the Marne Bougainville, the little colonel, came from the next valley and remained with them awhile. The Hosts of the Air The indefatigable navigator continued his route in a westward direction, passed in succession Lepreux, Aurora, Whitsunday and Mallicolo Islands, to which archipelago Bougainville had given the name of the Grandes Cyclades. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part 2. The Great Navigators of the Eighteenth Century Though differing with Anson as to its precise position, Bougainville admits that his lordship's view of it is most exactly true. A General History and Collection of Voyages and Travels — Volume 13 The Governor sent Bougainville back to remonstrate; but Amherst was inflexible. Montcalm and Wolfe Our officers were all in front," replied Bougainville, "when our regiment was swept by many shells. The Forest of Swords A Story of Paris and the Marne In the long months following the battle on the Marne Bougainville had done great deeds. The Hosts of the Air Upon the 14th of December, Oyolava, another island belonging to the same group, and which Bougainville had seen from a distance, was sighted. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part 2. The Great Navigators of the Eighteenth Century Bougainville, notwithstanding, is deserving of credit for the care and attention he bestowed on him. A General History and Collection of Voyages and Travels — Volume 13 It was Bougainville who first brought Vaudreuil the news of the success on Lake George. Montcalm and Wolfe Bougainville, for the time at least, was certainly the leader of the regiment. The Forest of Swords A Story of Paris and the Marne But his mind quickly left Bougainville, and turned to the message that Weber had brought the night before. The Hosts of the Air M. de Nerville agreed to remain at the head of the establishment, whilst Bougainville returned to France on the 5th of April. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part 2. The Great Navigators of the Eighteenth Century At eight in the morning of the 16th of April, the ships were about ten leagues N.E. by N. off the north point of Otaheite, from which point, Bougainville now took his departure. A General History and Collection of Voyages and Travels — Volume 13 Bougainville says that as early as the ninth of June there were twenty-one ships of war, including five frigates, at Louisbourg. Montcalm and Wolfe Doubtless the mighty emperor and his marshals had trod the very soil on which Bougainville and he now stood. The Forest of Swords A Story of Paris and the Marne Bougainville complains of him much, and represents him as a turbulent ill-mannered fellow. A General History and Collection of Voyages and Travels — Volume 12 Arranged in Systematic Order: Forming a Complete History of the Origin and Progress of Navigation, Discovery, and Commerce, by Sea and Land, from the Earliest Ages to the Present Time Bougainville left the roadstead of Minden at the mouth of the Loire, on the 15th of November, for the La Plata river, where he hoped to find two Spanish vessels, the Esmeralda and the Liebre. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part 2. The Great Navigators of the Eighteenth Century She will be the first woman," says Bougainville, "that ever made such a voyage, and I must do her the justice to affirm, that she always behaved on board with the most scrupulous modesty. A General History and Collection of Voyages and Travels — Volume 13 "The very recital of the cruelties they committed on the battle-field is horrible," writes Bougainville. Montcalm and Wolfe "I belong to the command of General Vaugirard," he said to Bougainville. The Forest of Swords A Story of Paris and the Marne When they came on board, one of them, whom we took to be a priest, performed much the same ceremonies which M. Bougainville describes, and supposes to be an exorcism. A General History and Collection of Voyages and Travels — Volume 12 Arranged in Systematic Order: Forming a Complete History of the Origin and Progress of Navigation, Discovery, and Commerce, by Sea and Land, from the Earliest Ages to the Present Time However, the rendezvous with the Spaniards was arranged, and Bougainville was obliged to put to sea. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part 2. The Great Navigators of the Eighteenth Century His map of Asia, he says, published in 1752, gave him the greatest assistance, and is very good from Ceram to the isles of Alambia, Bougainville having verified his positions in this navigation. A General History and Collection of Voyages and Travels — Volume 13 Bougainville had taken no part in the retreat, but sturdily held his ground at Cap-Rouge while the fugitive mob swept by him. Montcalm and Wolfe Bougainville heard the words, and he ran among the men, telling them. The Forest of Swords A Story of Paris and the Marne One of them, whom Bougainville denominates a juggler, immediately had recourse to very strange and unlikely means in order to relieve the poor child. A General History and Collection of Voyages and Travels — Volume 12 Arranged in Systematic Order: Forming a Complete History of the Origin and Progress of Navigation, Discovery, and Commerce, by Sea and Land, from the Earliest Ages to the Present Time As far as La Plata the sea was calm enough to allow of Bougainville's making many observations on the currents, a frequent source of the errors made by navigators in their reckonings. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part 2. The Great Navigators of the Eighteenth Century Such was the fortune of Bougainville's cook, who, in spite of the law to the contrary, effected his escape to the shore in company with a complying damsel. A General History and Collection of Voyages and Travels — Volume 13 To oppose them, Bougainville was sent from the camp at Beauport with fifteen hundred men. Montcalm and Wolfe The waves of air beat upon his ears like storm-driven rollers, and he was glad when Bougainville's regiment moved forward again. The Forest of Swords A Story of Paris and the Marne The French navigator Bougainville, seeing the Samoans so often moving about in their canoes, named the group "The Navigators." Samoa, A Hundred Years Ago And Long Before What struck me as gigantic in their proportions," says Bougainville, "was their enormous breadth of shoulder, the size of their heads, and the thickness of their limbs. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part 2. The Great Navigators of the Eighteenth Century Their having kept it, is properly enough considered by Bougainville, as an indication of very laudable social qualities. A General History and Collection of Voyages and Travels — Volume 13 Ah, what a cruel day!" cries Bougainville; "how fatal to all that was dearest to us! Montcalm and Wolfe Philip," he said, "here is Pierre Louis Bougainville, whom I met that day on Montmartre. The Forest of Swords A Story of Paris and the Marne Bougainville, seeing the natives move about so much in canoes, gave the group the name of the "Isles of the Navigators." Samoa, A Hundred Years Ago And Long Before But although the first advances had been fortunate, Bougainville was to find plenty to try his patience. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part 2. The Great Navigators of the Eighteenth Century From the 3d of March till his arrival at New Britain, Bougainville constantly used Poissonier's distilling apparatus, by which, he says, above a barrel of tolerably fresh water was obtained daily. A General History and Collection of Voyages and Travels — Volume 13 It was in the midst of all these preparations that Bougainville arrived from France with news that a great fleet was on its way to attack Quebec. Montcalm and Wolfe Then a drum began to beat, and Bougainville, waving his sword aloft, led his regiment forward again with a rush. The Forest of Swords A Story of Paris and the Marne "The islands to the west are those discovered by Cook, Vancouver, and Bougainville, are they not?" Willis the Pilot Bougainville's opinion has met with many opposers up to the present time, and the route which he lauds so highly has been almost abandoned by navigators. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part 2. The Great Navigators of the Eighteenth Century On the 2d of April, the island of Otaheite, or Taiti, as Bougainville calls it, was got sight of, and soon afterwards were discovered some of the islands in its neighbourhood. A General History and Collection of Voyages and Travels — Volume 13 Bougainville laid four memorials before the Court, in which he showed the desperate state of the colony and its dire need of help. Montcalm and Wolfe But not any farther than my friend of Montmartre, Bougainville. The Forest of Swords A Story of Paris and the Marne "I seemed to be transported into the garden of Eden," said Bougainville in 1768. Studies in the Psychology of Sex, Volume 6 Sex in Relation to Society Scarcely had he entered the Southern Sea, when Bougainville, to his intense surprise, found the winds southerly. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part 2. The Great Navigators of the Eighteenth Century But it is certain, on the other hand, that his advancement in useful knowledge was not very flattering to his teachers, and never equalled the favourable ideas Bougainville had entertained of his capabilities. A General History and Collection of Voyages and Travels — Volume 13 The only hope was in a strong appeal to the Court; and he thought himself fortunate in persuading Vaudreuil to consent that Bougainville should be commissioned to make it, seconded by Doreil. Montcalm and Wolfe It was Pierre Louis Bougainville, made a colonel already for extraordinary, almost unprecedented, valor and ability in so young a man. The Forest of Swords A Story of Paris and the Marne They are supposed to be the easternmost of the Papua Archipelago, afterwards visited by Carteret, Bougainville, and other navigators. A General History and Collection of Voyages and Travels - Volume 18 Historical Sketch of the Progress of Discovery, Navigation, and Commerce, from the Earliest Records to the Beginning of the Nineteenth Century, By William Stevenson Bougainville for some time sought Easter Island in vain. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part 2. The Great Navigators of the Eighteenth Century This seemed strange to Bougainville, as this ocean under the tropic had always been renowned for the uniformity and freshness of the E. and S.E. trade-winds, supposed to last throughout the year. A General History and Collection of Voyages and Travels — Volume 13 When the news brought by Bougainville reached Montreal, nearly the whole force of the colony, except the detachments of Bourlamaque and La Corne, was ordered to Quebec. Montcalm and Wolfe It's true, I have come back, Colonel Bougainville," he said, "and right glad I am to come. The Forest of Swords A Story of Paris and the Marne Bougainville's Voyage round the World, translated from the French. A General History and Collection of Voyages and Travels - Volume 18 Historical Sketch of the Progress of Discovery, Navigation, and Commerce, from the Earliest Records to the Beginning of the Nineteenth Century, By William Stevenson Cook calls this very Lancers Island, Thrum Cape, and the island of La Harpe, which Bougainville found on the 24th, is identical with Cook's Bow Island. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part 2. The Great Navigators of the Eighteenth Century To the whole cluster, Bougainville gave the name of Dangerous Archipelago, by which they have been generally known since his day, and which sufficiently indicates the nature of the navigation around them. A General History and Collection of Voyages and Travels — Volume 13 "Why is it," asks Bougainville, "that of all which the King sends to the Indians two thirds are stolen, and the rest sold to them instead of being given?" Montcalm and Wolfe "Nor of hundreds of thousands of Frenchmen," said Bougainville. The Forest of Swords A Story of Paris and the Marne During his second voyage he explored the New Hebrides, the most northern of which is supposed to be described by Quitos: Bougainville had undoubtedly sailed among them. A General History and Collection of Voyages and Travels - Volume 18 Historical Sketch of the Progress of Discovery, Navigation, and Commerce, from the Earliest Records to the Beginning of the Nineteenth Century, By William Stevenson Bougainville's cook managed to escape, in spite of all prohibitions, and gained the shore. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part 2. The Great Navigators of the Eighteenth Century When the ships were moored, Bougainville with several of his officers went to survey the watering-place. A General History and Collection of Voyages and Travels — Volume 13 Bougainville, in fact, appeared at noon from Cap-Rouge with about two thousand men; but withdrew on seeing double that force prepared to receive him. Montcalm and Wolfe Its numbers were only one-third what they had been a week before, and its colonel was Pierre Louis Bougainville, late Apache, late of the Butte Montmartre. The Forest of Swords A Story of Paris and the Marne An expedition sailed from France in 1766, commanded by M. Bougainville: he arrived within the limits of Australasia in May, 1768. A General History and Collection of Voyages and Travels - Volume 18 Historical Sketch of the Progress of Discovery, Navigation, and Commerce, from the Earliest Records to the Beginning of the Nineteenth Century, By William Stevenson As soon as the ship could heave to, Bougainville landed with some of his officers to reconnoitre the watering-place. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part 2. The Great Navigators of the Eighteenth Century In the first week of May, several islands were discovered, which Bougainville divided into two clusters, calling one the Archipelago of Bourbon, and the other the Archipelago of the Navigators. A General History and Collection of Voyages and Travels — Volume 13 Bougainville says that this abomination could not be prevented; which only means that if force had been used to stop it, the Ottawas would have gone home in a rage. Montcalm and Wolfe As they turned to face the rushing tide of steel, the regiment of Bougainville whirled on their flank and then Bougainville was almost at his side. The Forest of Swords A Story of Paris and the Marne M. de Bougainville, with the politeness of a well-bred man, doubts whether the disease existed at Otaheite previous to his arrival or not; the English seaman asserts his opinion as facts in positive terms. A General History and Collection of Voyages and Travels — Volume 14 Before giving further extracts from Bougainville's narrative, it appears apropos to warn the reader not to accept these descriptions au pied de la lettre. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part 2. The Great Navigators of the Eighteenth Century The particulars of the meeting which took place betwixt that vessel and Bougainville's, have been related in our account of Carteret's voyage, to which the reader is referred. A General History and Collection of Voyages and Travels — Volume 13 "Terrified," says Bougainville, "by the sight of these monsters, their agility, their firing, and their yells, they surrendered almost without resistance." Montcalm and Wolfe He was devoutly thankful that the Paris regiment was immediately on their right, and that it was led by such a man as Bougainville. The Forest of Swords A Story of Paris and the Marne The resemblance of the two countries; Bougainville's meeting with the shoal of Diana above sixty leagues from the coast; and the signs he had of land to the S.E.; all tend to increase the probability. A General History and Collection of Voyages and Travels — Volume 14 She will be the first woman who has been round the world," says Bougainville, "and I must do her the justice to admit that she has conducted herself with the most scrupulous discretion. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part 2. The Great Navigators of the Eighteenth Century Bougainville now coasted New Britain for some time, passing betwixt it and a series of islands, on which he bestowed the names of his principal officers. A General History and Collection of Voyages and Travels — Volume 13 Bougainville, invoking the aid of a lady of rank, a friend of the family, acquitted himself well of his delicate task. Montcalm and Wolfe Their infantry advanced at the double quick, a powerful force of cavalry on their right flank galloped to the charge, and Bougainville's Paris regiment and the Strangers swept over the field. The Forest of Swords A Story of Paris and the Marne M. de Bougainville takes notice of meeting with a part of the sea which was entirely smooth, and where several pieces of wood and fruits floated past his ship. A General History and Collection of Voyages and Travels — Volume 14 Bougainville determined to leave these dangerous latitudes, where he was likely to meet with nothing but barren lands, and a sea strewn with rocks and full of shallows. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part 2. The Great Navigators of the Eighteenth Century Bougainville stopped him, and endeavoured to make him understand, that the thief would certainly be the victim of his own dishonesty, for that what he had stolen would kill him. A General History and Collection of Voyages and Travels — Volume 13 This," writes Bougainville on the fifteenth of June, "is what M. de Vaudreuil thinks will happen, because he never doubts anything. Montcalm and Wolfe Bougainville's met it, and the two closed in the clasp of those who knew, each, that the other was a man. The Forest of Swords A Story of Paris and the Marne He applies this observation to the name of the island which he thinks has been fortunately expressed by M. Bougainville in French, by Taiti, without the initial vowel usually given to it in English books.--E. A General History and Collection of Voyages and Travels — Volume 14 In absolute ignorance of the events which had occurred in Europe since he left it, Bougainville would not run the risk of visiting a colony in which he was not the strongest power. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part 2. The Great Navigators of the Eighteenth Century Bougainville continued his survey to the westward, of which he has given a minute, and to navigators, it is probable, a very useful description, not, however, requisite for this work. A General History and Collection of Voyages and Travels — Volume 13 Bougainville looked on astonished, and thought of the Pyrrhic dance of the Greeks. Montcalm and Wolfe The general was so big, so vital, that he must be living, and he felt the same way about Bougainville. The Forest of Swords A Story of Paris and the Marne Bougainville's chart was found of very little assistance; in the evening, however, they recognised the low wooded isle which he had called Ushant. Narrative of the Voyage of H.M.S. Rattlesnake, Commanded By the Late Captain Owen Stanley, R.N., F.R.S. Etc. During the Years 1846-1850. Including Discoveries and Surveys in New Guinea, the Louisiade Archipelago, Etc. to Which Is Added the Account of Mr. E.B. Kennedy's Expedition for the Exploration of the Cape York Peninsula. By John Macgillivray, F.R.G.S. Naturalist to the Expedition. — Volume 1 Bougainville immediately sent an officer to explain that hunger and sickness forced him to enter the first port which presented itself in his route. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part 2. The Great Navigators of the Eighteenth Century The voyage to the Falkland Islands was rough and troublesome, especially to the two Spanish frigates, which suffered a good deal during the course, and were for some time separated from Bougainville's ship. A General History and Collection of Voyages and Travels — Volume 13 Bougainville describes them as they stalked gravely to the place of meeting, wrapped in colored blankets, with lances in their hands. Montcalm and Wolfe Colonel Bougainville," he said, "I see that you know me! The Forest of Swords A Story of Paris and the Marne On the 27th, the two ships reached the Cul de sac de l'Orangerie--the appearance of the land at this place was considered to "agree perfectly with the pompous description" of Bougainville. Narrative of the Voyage of H.M.S. Rattlesnake, Commanded By the Late Captain Owen Stanley, R.N., F.R.S. Etc. During the Years 1846-1850. Including Discoveries and Surveys in New Guinea, the Louisiade Archipelago, Etc. to Which Is Added the Account of Mr. E.B. Kennedy's Expedition for the Exploration of the Cape York Peninsula. By John Macgillivray, F.R.G.S. Naturalist to the Expedition. — Volume 1 As soon as Bougainville had signed a certificate to this effect, cordiality was established with the Dutch. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part 2. The Great Navigators of the Eighteenth Century Having ascertained these and some other matters during the calm which allowed him to use his pinnace, Bougainville returned on board, and set out for Cape Holland. A General History and Collection of Voyages and Travels — Volume 13 I have three aides-de-camp; one of them, Bougainville, a man of parts, pleasant company. Montcalm and Wolfe He pointed where the château lay, and Bougainville uttered a shout: "Ah!" The Forest of Swords A Story of Paris and the Marne Also: Erected in the name of France by MM. de Bougainville and du Campier, commanding the frigate the Thetis and the corvette the Hope, lying in Port Jackson, A.D. Discoveries in Australia, Volume 1. With an Account of the Coasts and Rivers Explored and Surveyed During The Voyage of H.M.S. Beagle, in the Years 1837-38-39-40-41-42-43. By Command of the Lords Commissioners of the Admiralty. Also a Narrative Of Captain Owen Stanley's Visits to the Islands in the Arafura Sea. Bougainville therefore directed his course through the Straits of Button and Saleyer; a route which, though commonly used by the Dutch, is but little known to other nations. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part 2. The Great Navigators of the Eighteenth Century Bougainville now kept along the shore of Java, and after being out at sea for ten months and a half, arrived at Batavia on the 28th of September. A General History and Collection of Voyages and Travels — Volume 13 The reef commences at Cape Bougainville, and trends round to Point Gibson, where it terminates. Narrative of a Survey of the Intertropical and Western Coasts of Australia Performed between the years 1818 and 1822 — Volume 2 M. de Bougainville had just completed the round of the world, and the English captain, Cook, during the war which covered all seas with hostile ships, had been protected by generous sympathy. A Popular History of France from the Earliest Times, Volume 6 Before dark we passed over the north extremity of the long reef to the westward of Cape Bougainville. Narrative of a Survey of the Intertropical and Western Coasts of Australia Performed between the years 1818 and 1822 — Volume 1 But having no longer any hope of finding an Antarctic continent, he set sail for the north-west, and soon reconnoitred several of the islands seen by Bougainville. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part 2. The Great Navigators of the Eighteenth Century After the account we have already given of Batavia in this volume, it would be quite unnecessary to notice what Bougainville says of it. A General History and Collection of Voyages and Travels — Volume 13 All the early voyagers, and especially Bougainville, distinctly state that the wolf-like fox was the only native animal on the island. The Voyage of the Beagle In addition to these, he had a force of about 1,500 men farther up the river, near Cape Rouge, under H. de Bougainville. Canadian Notabilities, Volume 1 In the space between Cape Bougainville and Cape Voltaire, which was named the Admiralty Gulf, we have given positions to at least forty islands or islets. Narrative of a Survey of the Intertropical and Western Coasts of Australia Performed between the years 1818 and 1822 — Volume 1 During their absence a crowd of natives came on board, and amply confirmed the unenviable reputation they had acquired in the earlier records of Bougainville and Cook. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part 2. The Great Navigators of the Eighteenth Century In order to avoid it, Bougainville advises to keep the coast of Louis le Grand Island on board, which may be done, he says, without danger. A General History and Collection of Voyages and Travels — Volume 13 Bougainville now had 2,000 infantry, all the mounted men—nearly 300—and all the best Indian and Canadian scouts, along the thirteen miles of shore between Cap Rouge and Pointe-aux-Trembles. The Winning of Canada: a Chronicle of Wolf M. de Bougainville, however, was slow in arriving, and Montcalm's attack on the north and east was opposed by the British with such determination that he was compelled to draw back. Canadian Notabilities, Volume 1 Upon our arrival at Batavia we were inform'd that 2 French Ships, commanded by the Sieur de Bougainville, had put in there about 2 years before us in their way home from the South Seas. Captain Cook's Journal During the First Voyage Round the World Some of the natives, belonging to the nation called "Pecherais" by Bougainville, came on board without any pressing. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part 2. The Great Navigators of the Eighteenth Century Bougainville attempted to pass betwixt these two islands, but the wind failing him, he was obliged to go to leeward of Aurora. A General History and Collection of Voyages and Travels — Volume 13 Probably he could also defeat him before Bougainville could march down from some point well above Cap Rouge. The Winning of Canada: a Chronicle of Wolf But it is still quite possible that the researches made by Freycinet and the Baron de Bougainville prompted the inquiry of the Colonial Secretary's visitor. Terre Napoleón; a History of French Explorations and Projects in Australia Bougainville also touched at Tootaha's district; and although his two ships only remained ten days, it was long enough to furnish this chief with many more valuable and coveted articles. Captain Cook's Journal During the First Voyage Round the World Then he went to Bolabole on the 8th of December, and bought of the King Pouni an anchor, which Bougainville had lost in the roadstead. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part 2. The Great Navigators of the Eighteenth Century Though no bottom could be found near the shore with fifty fathom, yet Bougainville resolved, if possible, to make a landing on it, in order to get wood and necessary refreshments. A General History and Collection of Voyages and Travels — Volume 13 It is a singular coincidence that while Cook, the great British circumnavigator of the globe, was trying to get Wolfe into Quebec, Bougainville, the great French circumnavigator, was trying to keep him out. The Winning of Canada: a Chronicle of Wolf Contains notices of eleven French voyages of circumnavigation and 175 South Sea voyages accomplished by the French before Bougainville. Terre Napoleón; a History of French Explorations and Projects in Australia Bougainville, the French explorer, had, in 1768, passed just south of Quiros' Island, and named one or two others he sighted, but had made no stay, and knew nothing of the extent of the Group. Captain Cook's Journal During the First Voyage Round the World As for Bougainville, he was forced to await the provisions, which the fly-boat Etoile was to bring him, and which was to accompany him upon his voyage round the world. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part 2. The Great Navigators of the Eighteenth Century Bougainville himself and some others went to join this party in the afternoon, and found it busily employed as directed, the natives lending considerable assistance by conveying wood, &c. to the boats. A General History and Collection of Voyages and Travels — Volume 13 At the other end of the French line, above Cap Rouge, Holmes had kept threatening Bougainville more and more towards Pointe-aux-Trembles, twenty miles above the Foulon. The Winning of Canada: a Chronicle of Wolf Both Fleurieu and Bougainville had abundant opportunities for explaining the utility of a fresh voyage of exploration to Napoleon. Terre Napoleón; a History of French Explorations and Projects in Australia Bougainville, himself a famous navigator, made personal appeals to the Government. The Life of Captain Matthew Flinders Bougainville, who with the viceroy's permission had made some purchase, found the delivery of it refused for no reason. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part 2. The Great Navigators of the Eighteenth Century The account of the voyage was drawn up and published by Bougainville himself, and has always been highly esteemed by his countrymen, who are commonly patriotic enough in their commendations. A General History and Collection of Voyages and Travels — Volume 13 He knew that Bougainville's men were getting quite worn out by scrambling across country, day after day, to keep up with Holmes's restless squadron and transports. The Winning of Canada: a Chronicle of Wolf Bougainville discovered the Navigator Islands, re-discovered the Solomon group, and was only just forestalled by the Englishman, Wallis, in the discovery of Tahiti. Terre Napoleón; a History of French Explorations and Projects in Australia At last, in March, 1806, the affair came before the Council of State in Paris, mainly through the instrumentality of Bougainville. The Life of Captain Matthew Flinders Bougainville remained there long enough to fill several casks, and endeavoured to procure fresh meat, but he only met with a few wild animals. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part 2. The Great Navigators of the Eighteenth Century They were recognized by Bougainville, as the same people he had seen in his first voyage in the straits, and then denominated Pecherais, from the word which they pronounced so often to their visitants. A General History and Collection of Voyages and Travels — Volume 13 Just before dark Holmes sent every vessel he could spare to make a show of force opposite Pointe-aux-Trembles, in order to hold Bougainville there overnight. The Winning of Canada: a Chronicle of Wolf Shortland, Lieutenant— With three ships, from Sydney to England, passed through Bougainville's Strait, north-west coast. The History of Australian Exploration from 1788 to 1888 One wonders whether by any chance Bougainville had occasion to show that letter to Messieurs Peron and Freycinet! The Life of Captain Matthew Flinders By this time De Bougainville appeared at a distance in the rear, advancing with two thousand fresh troops, but he arrived too late to retrieve the day. Life of George Washington — Volume 01 In the night of the 22d, a storm came on attended with thunder and rain, which obliged Bougainville to bring to, for fear of running against some of the lowlands in this sea. A General History and Collection of Voyages and Travels — Volume 13 Could the French West Indian fleet have slipped in ahead of Saunders, as Bougainville had slipped in ahead of Durell himself? The Winning of Canada: a Chronicle of Wolf In the space between Cape Bougainville and Cape Voltaire, which was named Admiralty Gulf, we have given positions to at least forty islands or islets. The History of Australian Exploration from 1788 to 1888 Two islands were sighted on the 11th, which Cook named Resolution and Doubtful Islands; he believed them to have been discovered by De Bougainville. The Life of Captain James Cook Montcalm detached De Bougainville with fifteen hundred men to keep along the north shore above the town, watch the movements of the squadron, and prevent a landing. Life of George Washington — Volume 01 Another man whom Montcalm specially praised was Bougainville, his aide-de-camp, of whom we shall hear again very often. The Passing of New France : a Chronicle of Montcalm To ward off further and perhaps more serious attacks from this quarter, Montcalm had been keeping Bougainville on the lookout, especially round Pointe-aux-Trembles, for several weeks before the brigadiers arranged their plan. The Winning of Canada: a Chronicle of Wolf The navigator Bougainville tells us, that, though education was so defective, the Canadians were naturally very intelligent, and their accent was as good as that of the Parisians. The Intellectual Development of the Canadian People On 16th July they sighted Aurora Island, discovered by Bougainville, but it came on to blow hard, so they did not attempt to anchor. The Life of Captain James Cook Townshend advanced with a force to receive De Bougainville; but the latter avoided a combat, and retired into woods and swamps, where it was not thought prudent to follow him. Life of George Washington — Volume 01 Bougainville, though still under thirty, was already a well-known man of science who had been made a Fellow of the Royal Society of London. The Passing of New France : a Chronicle of Montcalm Howe left three companies there to hold the battery against Bougainville later in the day, and returned with the other seven to Wolfe. The Winning of Canada: a Chronicle of Wolf In an excursion we made to Hyeres and Toulon, we found in the latter port the frigate la Boudeuse, which had been commanded by M. de Bougainville, in his voyage round the world. Personal Narrative of Travels to the Equinoctial Regions of America, During the Year 1799-1804 — Volume 1 His picture of the savages of Tahiti in the Supplement au voyage de Bougainville was not seriously meant, but it illustrates the fact that in certain moods he felt the fascination of Rousseau's Arcadia. The Idea of Progress An inguiry into its origin and growth Fortunately, a convoy of provisions was expected down from De Bougainville's, which the sentinel supposed this to be. Life of George Washington — Volume 01 But, at the last minute, Bougainville had heard that another daughter had died suddenly; he did not know which one. The Passing of New France : a Chronicle of Montcalm The tomb, which is now so prominent an object at Botany Bay, was erected by the Baron de Bougainville in 1825. Laperouse M. de Bougainville had honoured me with particular kindness during my stay in Paris, when I was preparing to accompany the expedition of captain Baudin. Personal Narrative of Travels to the Equinoctial Regions of America, During the Year 1799-1804 — Volume 1 "The King is nothing," wrote Bougainville, "the Marchioness is all-powerful—prime minister." The Conquest of New France A chronicle of the colonial wars Imagine the predicament of the Germans on the plantations of Bougainville Island, who are compelled to learn beche de mer English in order to handle the native labourers. The Cruise of the Snark Bougainville had also brought out the news that Pitt was sending enormous forces to conquer Canada for good and all. The Passing of New France : a Chronicle of Montcalm It was the voluptuous character of these people which rendered the disease introduced among them by De Bougainville's ships, in 1768, doubly destructive. Typee Historians exaggerated the muscular strength of the Guanches, as, previous to the voyage of Bougainville and Cordoba, colossal proportions were attributed to the tribe that inhabited the southern extremity of America. Personal Narrative of Travels to the Equinoctial Regions of America, During the Year 1799-1804 — Volume 1 He hoped that Bougainville, advancing from Cap Rouge, would be able to assail the British rear: "Surely Bougainville understands that I must attack." The Conquest of New France A chronicle of the colonial wars |
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