Rebels at Stirling Break Through Lines in 1715 Battle
Report details heavy fighting as Rebels attempt to reach Stirling. Loyal troops retreat beyond Dumblain to guard passes. Estimated enemy deaths around 800 with several of high rank captured. Viscount Strathallan, two colonels, two lieutenant colonels, a major, multiple captains and subalterns taken. Also seized 14 Colours and ammunition stock.
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London Postscript Ad Vices From The Isles Of Rugen
London notices report naval actions with the Confederates landing on Rugen. Sweden’s king wounded, General Raffewitz killed in action. Allies near Stralsund within eight paces to palisades and twenty six to the town ditch. Paris letters claim the Pretender eluded pursuit and boarded a Swedish ship at a Breton port.
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