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Press Warrant Controversy Sparks Parliamentary Debate
The governor denounces late press warrants and describes cruel press-gang actions on merchant ships as he presents killed and drowned counts to the House. Opposition figures attack administration while defending government policy and questioning legality amid calls for naval strength and peace efforts with America.
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Wilkes
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Henry IV
France
Ravilliac
Johnston
New England Congress
Lord John Cavendish
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Great Britain
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Thomas Todonsend
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George Gierman
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Col. Barre
Gencdeman
General Howe
General Washington
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Howe
Carleton
Lord North
Brest
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Westminster
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Michael Foster
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