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Peace of Nimeguen and Spain's losses in early 1700s
In recited passages the piece notes the Peace of Nimeguen and subsequent treaties failed to secure territories for the Spanish Netherlands. It recalls the 20 Years Truce and the Peace of Ryswick, then details French seizure of the remaining provinces upon King Charles I of Spain’s death, with ongoing reminders of shifting alliances and upcoming military actions in the Mediterranean and European theaters. It also covers Royal proclamations in Britain ordering pursuit of George Maccartney following a fatal duel involving James Duke of Hamilton and Lord Mohun, including rewards and penalties for aiding his escape.
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Nimeguen
Mois
Cambrelis
Valenciennes
Tpres
Ryswick
Spanish Netherlands
France
Charles I
Spain
Genoa
Ormond
Barcelona
Thoulon
Argyle
Thoeton
Catalonia
Port Mahon
Gibraltar
Hague
Bristel
Holland
Eugene
Broflets
Metz
Netherlands
Liege
Mentz
Triers
Falmouth
Lorretta
London
Malaga
Bristol
Ss. Jeremy’s Bay
Cape Spartel
Algerine
Tangier Road
Windsor
Scotland
Edenburgh
Choofe
House of Peers
Parliament
Great Britain
James Duke of Hamilton and Brandon
George Maccartney
General Maccartney
Anne R. — K . Hereas
James Duke of Hamilton
Duke of Brandon
Charles Lord Mohun
Hyde Park
John Hamilton
Lord Mohun
Charles Lowe
St. Peter
Westminster
George Baccartney
George Maccartey
Mobus
Mohan
Hamilton
Privy Council
George
Maccartney