To the voyage of the Bounty. Still waters of the great golden sea. Flying fish like streaks of silver, and mermaids that sing in the night. The Southern Cross and all the stars on the other side of the world.
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Seaman Ellison Thomas Ellison, sir. Pressed into service. I've got a wife, a baby!
Bligh I asked your name, not the history of your misfortunes.
Lt. Fletcher Christian You have obtained degrees from the Navy, but you have not got our admiration
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