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Foreign and Domettick. Septemb. 19 under the Earl of Marlborough
The letter details French and Spanish activity around Ghent Mons and Cadiz with trials of siege and countermeasures. It notes French tries to fortify cities and press inhabitants into service, British and Allied actions at Venlo and Ostend, and heavy fighting near Cadiz with ships, cannon and assaults. Reports include troop movements, bombardments, and the urging of authorities to maintain discipline amid extended operations.
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Earl of Marlborough
Ghent
Mons
Adhihara
Marshal Boaffers
Stockem
Mafeik
Folland
Ion
Enginier General
France
Sarria
Siena
Trocy
Bar
Venlo
Rlacauis de Bedmar
Pegi Bey Dem
Biren