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European public, and that the inhabitants were then completely what we call savages, that is, that they were wholly destitute of any conception of the arts, sciences, or habits of civilized life, we shall find with surprise that the harbour of Hanaruro already bears a character almost entirely European, reminding us only by the somewhat scanty clothing of the natives, of the briefness of their acquaintance with our customs.

A New Voyage Round the World, in the years 1823, 24, 25, and 26, Vol. 2 Otto von Kotzebue 1816

That a nation whom we term savages have, in defence of their own land, offered their naked bodies to the terribly improved artillery and arms of modern European science, and have been mowed down by hundreds and by thousands, having committed no offence, but having, with rude and ignorant courage, done what were for them, and done faithfully and bravely what were for them the duties of patriotism.

South Africa and the Transvaal War, Vol. 1 (of 6) From the Foundation of Cape Colony to the Boer Ultimatum of 9th Oct. 1899 Louis Creswicke

The inhabitants were then what we call savages -- that is to say, they wore no more clothing than the climate made necessary, and knew nothing of the Christian religion.

Northern California, Oregon, and the Sandwich Islands Charles Nordhoff 1865

Even amongst those we term savages, the horror which the deed has occasioned is so great, and the pity which the situation of the poor maniac has excited so prevailing, that he dares not kill her.

Travels in the Interior of America, in the Years 1809, 1810, and 1811 1819

"And land with only a few 'savages' is the next best thing."

1491 2002

"And land with only a few 'savages' is the next best thing."

1491 2002

The singing of savages is more or less monotonous howling, and the females seldom sing at all.

Design for Living Matthew Guerrieri 2009

In one of the most serious accusations of war crimes to emerge from the Afghan conflict, Gibbs recruited other soldiers to murder civilians he called "savages" after he took over command of a US army squad in Afghanistan's Kandahar province in November 2009.

'Kill team' US platoon commander is convicted of murdering Afghan civilians 2011

The singing of savages is more or less monotonous howling, and the females seldom sing at all.

Archive 2009-01-01 Matthew Guerrieri 2009

It's about that "religion" of yours - apparently it's been taken over by a bunch of friggin savages who's expressed an interest in killing me & mine.

Sound Politics: "Islamic Extremists" Behind Vast Plane Bomb Plot 2006