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Newspaper

Evening Mail

Location

London, Middlesex, United Kingdom

Date

Mar 03, 1797

Page

2

Invasion of Ireland Debate on Naval Defence and Crown Lands

The House debated naval defense after a British victory. Critics attacked the Admiralty for neglecting to strengthen forces, urging inquiry into Sir John Jervis’s fleet command. A committee report on Bank of England demands showed a government surplus as of February 25. Court party members pressed for papers on Treasury payments and Tellers’ applications for 1783.

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Naval Debates on British Invasion Defence and Admiralty

In a heated session the House weighs defeat of a potential invasion, naval strength, and ministerial conduct. Speakers debate why Breton Brest operations failed to stop French advances, question Admiralty decisions, and demand inquiry into naval defense and policy.

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