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Atlantic dispatch on Franco British alliance and war delays
The report from Hague dated June 27 notes the French Ambassador pressing for a treaty aligned with Britain. It mentions demands to clarify from France over Mardyke and a pledge not to aid the Pretender. Extra from Carolina reports Indian wars and colonial strife with discussions on English aid and disciplined troops. The piece also covers ecclesiastical trials in Edinburgh, peerage news, and ship arrivals at Deal with various prizes and appointments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mardyke
France
Alhit
George
Carolina
Charles Town
England
América
Fdinburg
K. George Expretty
Viscount Primrose
Countess of Stairs
Creighton
Earl of Bute
Duke of Argyle
London
Strowan Robertson