Quote by William M. Evarts

The pious ones of Plymouth who, reaching the Rock, first fell upon their own knees and then upon the aborigines.

The pious ones of Plymouth who, reaching the Rock, first fel

Summary

This quote satirically highlights the irony and hypocrisy of the early Plymouth settlers, who were religiously devout but acted in a contradictory way towards the indigenous people they encountered. While they viewed their arrival at Plymouth Rock as a significant moment of faith, they failed to extend the same reverence to the Native Americans living in the area. The quote underscores the conflicting behavior of these settlers, as they emphasized their piousness but also engaged in harmful actions towards the aboriginal inhabitants.

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By William M. Evarts

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