Hohenloboe Seizes Konnftein and Garrison Near Frankfort
News reports say Prince de Hohenbobe has taken Konn ftein near Frankfort and seized the city garrison, capturing French prisoners. General Bizon’s army advances as Austrian forces pour into Franconia, with fresher troops arriving from across Germany. The emperor’s forces move forward toward Frankfort amid ongoing hostilities.
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Prince de Hohenbobe
Konn Ftein
Frankfort
Garrisod
Bizon
Prasia
Gerady
Franconia
French Army Divides Forces Against Austrian Line
Intelligence from Hague reports Dutourier’s army split into three corps. One moves on Bonn and Rhine, another eyes the Meuse and Limbourg fortifications, and the third under Miranda aims to disperse Austrian units at Auremonde and advance toward Cleves. Imperial General Canfait and others reportedly routed at Herve.
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Rhine
Meuse
Limbourg
Henry-Chapelle
Count de Canfayt
Herve
Afiranda
Ja Bourilonnaye
Engagement near Verviers drives Austrians from Rechem and Herve
The Gazette of the Netherlands reports that on the morning of the 14th French forces engaged Austrian troops on the Heights of Verviers. After stubborn fighting the imperialists abandoned Rechem and Herve to the French to escape into the woods of Aix la Chapelle.
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Netherlands
Verviers
Rechem
Herve
Themelves
Aix la Chapelle
Prussian Movements Near Darmstadt Hochst Mayence
Frankfort reports daily skirmishes as the King of Prussia leads troops toward Darmstadt and Hochst. Two battalions remain in garrison near Mayence with General Cuffine nearby. Prince Hohenlohe seized cattle at Konigstein on the 7th.
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Prussia
Darmstadt
Hochst
Cuffine
Mayence
Gach
Hohenlohe
Koningftein
Alfiule
Belgian Revolt and French Influence Wobble in Brussels
December dispatches describe the clergy’s sway, rising discord among factions, and a fragile security with French artillery patrolling streets. Dumourier’s forces clash with Austrians near Limburg as Belgian towns protest the new French Constitution while peasants seek tithes exemptions and troops pour toward the Rhine.
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Revolutionary Society
Campaign notes from Limburg siege and Austrian theatre
An extract describes Fle attacking several fortifications and the movement of war materiel for sieges from the Meuse to Liege. It notes Dumourier’s efforts to pressure Austrian troops in Limburg, the council at Liege, and supplies and discipline issues, including cash shortages and forage for artillery horses. Peasants hostile to the French are firing on troops while the campaign worsens conditions.
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Dumourigs
Limbourg
Danwurier
Liege
Verviers
Alt Ta Chapelle
Dumayrier
Ligge
Fle
Maubeuge
Sambre
Thas Rivey
Meuife
Fheirce
Derletcht
Jome Critoys
Sumbey Piastil- Jeryhortes
Faidy
Luxembourg
van der Merfoh
Corpe
France
Dumennier
Limbourgh
Dumourier
National Convention
Limburgh
Sagepin
Dutch News From Antwerp and Zeeland Skirmishes
Reports from Antwerp indicate a protest filed in the name of the States-General after an armed French vessel arrived following a battle involving Zeeland. A French legion from Flanders entered Antwerp on Friday the 14th, with unclear plans for garrisoning or advancing. During a strong southwest wind, the Zuiderzee overflowed near Elburg but caused no breaches, and dykes around Vollenhoven and Zavol withstood the pressure.
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Zuider-Zee
Elburg
Vollenhoven
Zavol
French Detachment Demands 300000 Florins and Seizes Hostages
From Amsterdam dated December 21, a French detachment entered Créves on the 18th and demanded a contribution of 300000 florins, part paid, four hostages taken. The unit returned the same day to Iderkirch. The French were expected in Cleveds by Wednesday or Thursday. Jetters from Cologne report Austrians began crossing the Rhine on the 15th.
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Amsterdam
Créves
Iderkirch
Cologne
Rhine
Hanover Elector orders contingency troops ready by January
Our Elector directs immediate preparation of a contingency force to march by January 15. Lieutenant General Vander Buscene will command six regiments of horse and two of foot. The frontier forces in Hesse remain unchanged. Reports from Cassel say the King of Prussia and the Landgrave of Hesse Kassel are expected there within days.
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Hanover
Vander Buscne
Hesse
Caffel
Prussia
Hessy
Cassey
Liege heads toward National Convention election amid unrest
In Liege and surrounding province missionaries harangue residents to elect 120 representatives, with Liege city to send 29. Liquor and money circulate among voters as locals express skepticism about French interference and the fate of Belgian freedoms amid upheaval.
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Liege
Liegeife
John Ealstaff
Gen. Ay Vexes Fate of Genevese Liberty Parade
A Genevese crowd of about 690 armed citizens marches in Liberty attire with Rousseau busts and Vox-TATRE as military music plays. The crowd chants Liberty and Equality while a National Convention is summoned, amid debates on constitutional abuses and Dumourier’s disapproval of popular choice.
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Jen Ay
Genevese
Liberty
Rousseau
Caja
Parliamentary Debtors and Aliens Bills Readings
Friday afternoon in Parliament includes the third reading of the Assig nats Bill and the committee on the Debtors Bill plus the second reading of the Aliens Bill in the House of Commons.
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HOUSE
London and France News Amid Looming Hostilities
Reports from London and Paris discuss no decisive peace or war news while hinting at a possible declaration of hostilities. Ministers delay interviews, fleets recruit seamen, and royal proclamations promise bounties as tension rises. public displays and court notices fill the scene alongside militia mobilization and transport updates.
Conflagration Fire Ship Entered Service With Bristol Crew
On December 26 reports indicate rapid augmentation of mariners and officers. Capt. Hawes entered Bristol with orders to enter 150 riggers and laborers. the Gabges The Conflagration fire ship is put in commission as artificers double shifts prepare for urgent tasks.
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Kk Ues
Hawes
Bristol
A-P
Moxkov
Degember 27 Naval Movements Reported
Fragmentary OCR notes list ships and officers including Queen, Garton, Ganges, Mexicy, Eléanory Prior, Ibn Topfiam, and Hopewell. Mentions Echo troop, Downs, and Duke of Clarence. Lacks coherent dates, places, or full actions. focused on arrival and sailing of various warships and vessels.
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Garp
Royal
William
Garton
Ganges
Phaeton
Agpkew DovéLas
Ibn Topfiam
Echo
Downs
Hopewell
Efttienline Robertson
Sasannah
Fletcher
Duke of Clarence
Famnaica
Dublin Warrants Issued Against Printers Over Irishmen Call to Arms
Dublin reports warrants issued against printers of newspapers for publishing an address by the Society of United Irishmen urging the people to take up arms to alter the Constitution. The notice highlights the government action as a response to seditious material.
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Apttestley
Society of United
Shipping Movement From Liverpool In Late December
Dec 25 wind west to southwest sails for River and Jamaica. Vessels including Bonetta, Republica, Cambridge and Diana depart for New Providence, Dominica, and Liverpool while others like Matting, Royal Charlotte, Triton, and Earl of Chesterfield sail outward bound. Several ships return or remain with His Majesty's ships. destinations include Africa, Grenada, and St Vincent.
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Eyees Sereais
Liverpool
Elizabeth
Robinson
Benetethe
Diana
Goodwin
Boston
Dionot
New York
Dover
Camilla
Virginia
Dear
Républicac
Gardner
Alexander
Ryall
St. Vincént’s
Echo
Forresdale
New Providence
Foster
Barham
Cheer
French Emigrants in England Seek Extended Aid Appeal
Distressed French laity and clergy in England prompt a renewed appeal as 1500 migrants in Jersey and nearby shores face hardship. Emigrants, many women and children, have sold clothing and savings to buy food while awaiting refuge or Government help. The committee, nonpartisan, urges continued subscriptions to support exile families until safe repatriation or alternative asylum is found.
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England
Fiere
Fland
Jerfty
Spain
Germany
Holland
France
Ransom, Morland
Hamimessley
Hoares and Co
Down, Thornton
Free
Fortier
Lubbock, and Co
Marine Society
Bithoprgate-street
Butler
Strand
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Tom Paing
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Monrcomexiz
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Tower
Foot-Guards
Royal Regiment of Artillery
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Wilbetorse
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