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Corsican Independence Protests and Allied Movements
Reports from Dover Dunkirk Calais and Dunkirk describe Corsican protests against Genoese rule and anticipated French troops. Privateers arm gear and volunteers prepare, with Admiral Vernon plans cited and a potential Jamaica expedition. Updates from Calais Dunkirk Hanover and The Hague mention privateering actions shipments captured and political maneuvering amid European tensions.
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Corsica
Thas Island
Marquis de Villeaur
Artilery
France
Vernon
Jamaica