Every British pirate was a public nuisance, involving the British Government, which must respond in damages, not only to the individuals who have suffered, but also to the National Government, acting as paterfamilias for the common good of all the people.
He argues that British piracy constitutes a public nuisance, obligating the British Government to compensate both individuals and the nation.
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