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Despatches Describe Actions Off Brest by Monmouth Crew
An officer’s letter from the Nottingham describes Commodore’s bold operations near Brest. He attacked ships, landed to seize cattle, and asserted English resolve against French forces. Further reports mention battles fears, and distant shifts of troops and leaders.
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