Virginia, 1492-1892 a brief review of the discovery of the continent of North America, with a history of the executives of the colony and of the commonwealth of Virginia in two parts |
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NOTE B.
In the early part of the 15th century of our Lord, Venice was at the
climax of her power. For long years she had been the centre of trade
between Asia and Europe, and by conquest, by voluntary submission and
by cession, the fairest portions of the Eastern Empire were under her
sway. Most of the carrying trade of the world was in her hands.
So with pride, no doubt, Cabot now unfurled the flag of this Republic,
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home; and remembering in this forest-clad realm of Nature the magnificent
palaces and noble works of Art which enriched the superb City of Venice,
with prophetic arm he raised the Republican banner of St. Mark beside
the royal standard of St. George.
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