Spaniards Plan Expedition Weathered by Fort at Harbour Mouth
Leghorn reports Spaniards will undertake an expedition this year. A strong fort at the harbour mouth aims to thwart their descent on the island. Letters from Taro near Mel fina note French troops nearing the city and orders to embark soon. Additional cargoes and regiments prepare in Cadiz and Alicant as ships and transports are measured.