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Royal Speech Reports and War News from London
May 13 and 15 reports describe the British Parliament's response to ongoing European tensions. The speech praises Parliament's work, notes a pacific plan with the States General, and outlines a cautious approach to war.Announcements include prorogation to June, expected actions on the Rhine, Norris's Lisbon expedition, and Marines aboard Norris's squadron.
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