Letter received by Banks from William Bligh, 31 May 1811 (Series 40.141) - No. 0002

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imminently just in his investigation and at last took up my absence, & not giving myself up, much to my horror - saying what could any Man do when opposed by so many hundred Men under arms; at the same time, not inferring any such conduct to fear but to the contrary presence of mind and deliberation.  My reply shall be complete and I hope to be able to call in every evidence I have who have not had an opportunity to speak to the first matter which has been produced.

I remain My Dear Sir
Most faithfully Yours

WmBligh