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All was well, until I reached the port of Havre. Three officers with the rank of lieutenant, whom afterwards I knew to b
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"All was well, until I reached the port of Havre. Three officers with the rank of lieutenant, whom afterwards I knew to be Scotland Yard men, came aboard and demanded to see my papers which they took away from me"

- Philip Gibbs

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The quote is from Philip Gibbs' book, "Adventures of a Despatch Rider". It is a story about a young man who is sent on a mission to deliver a message to the French port of Havre. Upon arriving, he is satisfied by three officers with the rank of lieutenant, who end up being Scotland Yard males. They eliminate his documents, leaving him worrying and uncertain about what will take place next. This quote shows the stress and unpredictability of the situation, as the lead character is left wondering what will occur to him and his objective. It likewise serves as a pointer of the power of the authorities, as the protagonist is helpless to stop them from eliminating his documents. The quote likewise highlights the importance of being gotten ready for unexpected occasions, as the lead character was not expecting to be met by Scotland Yard men.

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United Kingdom Flag This quote is written / told by Philip Gibbs between May 1, 1877 and March 10, 1962. He/she was a famous Journalist from United Kingdom. The author also have 13 other quotes.

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