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West Indies warships sail as Franco-British tensions rise
Reports say two Men of War two Bomb Ketches and two Fireships are to sail to the West Indies this Sunday. Admiralty sent orders after seizure of two Spanish ships near the Pool and capture of cargoes and sailors. Letters discuss ambassadorial disputes with France over mediation and maintained resolve to protect British interests abroad.
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Leghart
West- Indies
John Goodwin
Deptford
Admiralty
Marshalsea
Lemon
Morea
Capes Angelo
Coloots
Great-Britain
France
Almot
Adlens Tvolens
Spain
Haddock
Paris
Great Britain
America
Caldiz
Foin
Madrid
Parié