"They have no houses, but live in tents, and they wander from place to place, like beasts."

"The people of this province are all Mahometans, and they are very fanatic and hostile to Christians."

"They are a very cruel and bloodthirsty people, and they delight in war and slaughter."

"The people of this country are very cunning and sly, and they will try to deceive you in every transaction."

"They are a very proud and arrogant people, and they despise all other nations."