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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Pitt
Sheridan
Courtenay
Lords Commissioners
Treasury
Pist
Briend
Harrison
Pie
Grey
Esna
Fox
Ireland
Whitbreadi
Ionbwrite
John Jervis
Board of Admiralty
Admiralty
Arge
Brett
Toulon
Quadron
Richty
Svere
Bantry
Bridport
Spithead
Brest
Colpoys
England
Enghand-of-Ireland
Stone
Hugh Seymour
Gallart
Dundas
Gertlémans
John, Jervis
Hill
Genttenbin
Lisbon
Gibraltar
Wierey
Mediterranean
Joan Jervis
Basides
Publc
Portugal
Portizei
Thompson
Colpioys
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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Latt Ferson
Sam
Europe
France
Alferréco
Le&t
Dalrymple
Cork