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Orrington hoists Union Flag as William and Mary sails depart
Sunday news recounts Lord Viscount Orrington raising the Union Flag on board the William and Mary Yacht under Commander Brett. Reports name Sir George Saunders as potential first captain, with a 7 ship squadron to convoy the sovereign to Holland. Mention covers Admiralty plans, wages, and forthcoming warrants for 6th rates.
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Viscount Orrington
Deptford
William and Mary Yatch
Olland
Charles Wager
Streights
Adiralty
Woolfton
John Huggins
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