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i take it the british go on final expidition to establish relations with beothuk , but it then seems as if indians are murdered for no apparent reason ( on the lake .. ) .. this i dont understand , it doesnt see m to have a rationale with the overall story ..... ?

Deborah The two Indians are shot by settlers who want revenge for the theft and destruction of their property, not by the British military. The governor has g…moreThe two Indians are shot by settlers who want revenge for the theft and destruction of their property, not by the British military. The governor has given John Senior permission to go after reparations but they have been given strict orders that this is to be in the form of property only and that the King still hopes to live peacefully with the Indians. That is why the governor sends Buchan to investigate and bring the murderers to justice.(less)

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