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No chief magistrate of the island was ever so beloved, honored, and regretted, as Mr. Brock; and so universal was the feeling of admiration for his talents and services, that the Royal Court decreed him a public funeral at the public expense--a tribute of respect never previously paid by that body to any individual.

—The Life and Correspondence of Sir Isaac Brock

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of high repute; -- of people.

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having an illustrious reputation; respected

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