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Siege Capitulation Provisions and Allied Articles
The document lists terms granted by the besiegers and allies covering prisoner care, transport to Valenciennes or Doway, debt protections for sick officers, convoy rules, family moves, and weapon and supply handling during the siege. It names multiple articles with durations, exemptions, and conditions, including evacuation deadlines and hostages, plus notices of related naval movements and proclamations from London and Whitehall.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cittadel
Doway
Valenciennes
Contra&s
Garifon
Garison
Dowyy
Lifle
Invalides
Bouriere
Domy
Monsieur Belmont
Monsieur Defeaux
Monsieur Je Cloy
Tournay
France