Military update from the Peninsular War telegrams
From Falmouth dated October 1812 the Walsingham packet carries Silvester the King's Messenger with dispatches to Marquis Weaminatos and departs for London. Allied forces retreating from Burgos face a failed escalade with about two hundred casualties. A mine under the Citadel of Burgos was planned to force surrender. Silvester reports a large explosion near Corunna on the road, and Massena rumored to command the French army with Billasteros reportedly opposing Soult’s rear.
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Walsingham
Curolina
Silvester
Weaminatos
Londom
Villa de Toro
Burgos
Wenexixaron
Corunna
Victoria
Massena
Gasanna
Nome
Soult
Proventant Gentry of Leitrim Debate Repeal of Catholic Disabilities
Proventant gentry and clergy of County Leitrim vote to petition Parliament and the Prince Regent. They discuss repeal or modification of remaining Catholic disabilities and insist any change must preserve the Constitution in Church and State. A committe e is tasked to prepare the petition and address to the Prince Regent.
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Dar Roman
Ireland
Leitrim
Prince Regent
Owen Wynne
Mathew Nicbett
Jett Gupley
James Agar
Juanma
Geurier Lundon
A Johnston
Chitiry
Felin Gogley
Godley
Critique of Papal Corruption and Machiavels View on Religion
The passage criticizes ecclesiastical greed and worldly aims of church leaders, alleging selling offices for wealth while neglecting sanctity. It cites Nicholas Machiavelli, arguing Christendom’s unity hinges on true faith and condemning Rome’s influence as corrupt, predicting reform and renewal with dawn of science.
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Rhen
Nicholas Machiavel
Florence
Republic
Holy See
Rome
Italy
Trinity College election results and charity contributions noted
The article records an election at Trinity College with Mr Plunket unanimously chosen after Dr Magee proposed and Mr Burston seconded. Richard Neville seeks re-election to the Imperial Parliament for Wesford. Borough of Newry nominations include John Philpor Catran and General Needham. Numerous donors contribute to charitable funds and stillroom relief efforts at White's Hotel and local chapels.
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Plunket
Richard Neville
White’s Hotel
Borough of
Newry
John Philpor Catran
Rolls
Mark Detling
Reilly
Needham
Beath
Denis Caulfield
Fall of Moscow Amid Fire and Frenzy Report
Dispatch describes a massive citywide arson during the retreat of Russian forces with fires consuming vast districts. Officials claim Ras topchin ordered the devastation while denying accessible engines, as civilians flee and resources in Moscow dwindle but some preserves remain.
Expedition clash near Arens-del-Mar and Mataro
Brigadier-General Expert’s brigade marching from Arens-del-Mar to Mataro faced Mina forces of 2000 to 8000 in the evening of September 19. The enemy were defeated and pursued. about 70 prisoners were taken including one officer. The battlefield reported over 100 killed and more than 200 wounded. Expert’s unit saw two subalterns killed and 4 officers plus 20 soldiers wounded.
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Asia
Russia
Rastopchin
Rusia
Petersburgh
Army OF
Campaign actions of the centre army under Catholic Majesty
A historical report details orders issued by the Catholic Majesty for the centre army led by Marshal Duke of Albufera and staff officer Jourdan. It covers nocturnal marching from Navalcarnero to Majalahonda and Las Rozas, reconnaissance against Wellington’s advance guard near Gallapagar and Colmenar, and clashes with allied infantry and cavalry amid broader movements from Segovia toward the Guadarrama.
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Centre
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Majalahonda
Las Rovas
Segovia
Guadarama
Palombiny
Bacdillay
Alcorcon
Las Regas
Gallapager
Torre la Cones
Colmenar
Lord Wellington
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