News From Europe And Mediterranean Trade Leaks From Naples
Reports from Naples dated January 24 describe Caraffa meeting the Viceroy to report state affairs in Paris. Several feluccas and tar tanes return from Reggio with captured vessels and cargo. Ships from Barcelona arrive with recruits and a naval admiral designated to command convoys. Milan notes Count Tan’s voyage to Vienna, while the Palais records envoys and commissions. Strasburg flags preparations for campaigns and a large artillery train. Cologn hosts envoys and bishops moving troops. Vienna notes Protestant leaders seeking audiences, while the Emperor signals caution to Silesia.