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Nootka and the Convention debate in the House of Commons
The debate centers on the 18th century negotiation with Spain over Nootka Sound, the right to settle southern coasts, and fisheries. Speakers including Dundas, Fox, and Pitt defend or critique the Convention, its demarcation line, and the costs of armament while weighing strategic gains and future peace. The discussion also covers parliamentary writs, finance for the armament, and procedures in the Commons.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gantry
Spain
Econda
Nootka Sound
Mr. Grey
America
Nootka
Dundas
Britain
Mr. Dundas
Madrid
London
General Smith
Juan de Fucca
Rolle
D. Ryder
Fox
Brook Watson
Duncombe
Russia
Sweden
Holland
Baltic
Wisdon
France
Pitt
Watson
Curtis
Falkland Islands
Cape Horn
North West
Herbert
Pistrofey
War Office
West Indies
Europe
Putsic