Constantinople News and European Wars Update
The Dublin Gazette reports from Constantinople August 14 that Thomas Kouli Kao leads 80,000 Persians, seeks revocation of provinces, and sends funds and provisions to Persia while fortifying frontier garrisons. Plague ravages Constantinople and Galata. Madrid notes a Vera Cruz flotilla possible amid heavy war costs. Spain drains Americas funds and burdens clergy. France and Naples rejoice at Naples conquest and Italian aims, while Naples hosts royal processions. Spanish moves in Sicily include Torre del Faro fireworks, Merling occupation, and Castelmere fort investments. ferried garrisons depart Capuay and Acquila actions unfold.