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Fortifications of Otranto strengthened by eight Companies
In Naples, March 1c, fortifications of Otranto repaired and garrison reinforced with eight Companies of Foot and three loops of Horse. 22 cannon and abundant ammunition reported. Town and castle deemed well provided against Turkish risk. Rome notes Pope’s pledge to ensure subsistence for Spanish and Sicilian troops in his service. extraordinary cardinal meeting proposes 10 percent tax on ecclesiastical estates for a year to fund war against common enemy. Leghorn reports Turkish effort to ready forces for a Christian campaign. Turin previews troop movements and defenses across Piedmont, Savona, Milan, and Lombardy as tensions rise. Stockholm reports hopeful Norway expedition with disciplined troops. Baltic front chatter on Swedish offensives and diversions. A French ship reach Gothem Burz with Scottish rebels seeking support for regency.