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Portobello Warship Action Reported in 18th Century Note
The excerpt notes Capt. Knight aboard the St. Albans and a warship raid on Porto Bello after a request for an English ship seized trading. The governor resisted delivery, leading to bombardment of the town, driving the governor from his house and damaging public buildings. Also included are market figures, financials, and public notices about committee meetings and proposals for street lighting and lamp maintenance.
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Knight
St. Albans
Porto-Bello
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