Narrative of the Expedition to Botany-Bay

Narrative of the Expedition to Botany-Bay, written by Watkin Tench in 1789, is a firsthand account of the First Fleet's journey to establish a penal colony in New South Wales, Australia. As an officer in the British Marines, Tench provides detailed observations of the landscape, indigenous peoples, and the challenges faced by the settlers. This work is notable for its vivid descriptions and insights into early colonial life, making it an important historical document.