Naval Victory Declared Over Denmark in Copenhagen Fight
London reports a complete naval victory after Nelson’s attack on Copenhagen. Dispatches from Hyde Parker confirm 18 of 23 ships captured or destroyed, with 294 killed and 641 wounded on our side. The proclamation also covers the Russian Emperor’s accession and ongoing correspondence with Denmark.
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London
Park and Towers
Otway
Hide Parker
Admiralty
Th. Hyde Parker
Lord ‘Nelson
Cageagen
Yessels
Ae Moss
Riou
T. B. Thompson
Hyde Parker
Copenhagen
Lord Nelson and Prince of Denmark Truce Offer 1801
The document from Copenhagen roads dated 2 April 1801 records Lord Nelson and Bronts signing a flag of truce proposal. Lindholm reports to Nelson to seek the purpose of the truce. Nelson replies that his aim is humanity and to end hostilities allowing wounded Danes ashore. He vows to release prisoners and burn or carry prizes as fit. The exchange notes Nelson's view of a potential reconciliation between the Danish crown and Britain.
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Lord Nelson
Denmark
Prince Royal of
Lindholm
Prince of
Néxson and Bronte
Elephant
Copenhagen Roads
Navy squadron headed to Mediterranean sails soon
May 22 report that clerk Nicholls carries failing orders for the navy department. Commodore Dale leads the squadron consisting of the President, Philadelphia, Essex and Enterprize with Captains Barron Bainbridge and Sterrett. Expected to sail on or about the first of June.
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Washington
Nicholls
Navy Department
Hampton Roads
Mediterranean
Dale
President
Philadelphia
Essex
Barron
Bainbridge
Sterrett
Arrival of Captain Dale to command Hampton Roads squadron
NosveLs May 23 report Capt Dale assumes command of US squadrons at Hampton Roads bound for the Mediterranean. The 48 gun United States Privateer President lies at Corals Island, manned and provisioned, awaiting other ships to rendezvous and receive orders.
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NosveLs
Dale
United States
Hampton Roads
Mediterranean
Corals Island
Georgetown brings Charleston comedians for local entertainment
A party of Charleston comedians arrives in Georgetown led by Mr and Mrs Marshall Mr Hamilton Miss Miller Mr and Mrs Turnbull and Mr and Mrs Seymour. The brig Amiable Clarissa arrived from Cork 82 days ago carrying 32 passengers bound for Charleston but damaged at the bar and steering in for safety. Captain Barton sailed with the West India fleet of 60 sail under convoy of Emerald frigate. The wigoner Delight of Providence reported from Martinique in latitude 32 and long 66 all well.
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Charleston
Marshall
Hamilton
T. B. Batton
Cork
Madeira
Muir & Boyd
Barton
O'Brien
Providence
Martinique
Trade discussion with Lisbon ambassador sparks colonial ties
From the North Carolina Journal, Mr. Hoper continues a query with the resident Lisbon envoy regarding a trade of the country with Portugal. The report notes the ongoing exchange and its implications for relations and commerce.
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Mr. Hoper
Ing
JY Pengant
Lisbon
Portugal
Trade notes on tar and staves in Oporto and Lisbon
A correspondent reports on tar quality and pricing in Oporto and Lisbon, noting American tar contains water and sometimes sand. Prices compare American tar 5 6 thousand reis per barrel to Swedish 12 15 thousand reis, with American tar scarce except in need. Staves favor Hamburgh lengths at Oporto, where Hamburgh staves fetch higher prices. Lisbon uses American, but Oporto prefers Hamburgh for load efficiency.
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Oporto
House of Clamont, Brown and Co
Hamburgh
Lisbon
Floating Corn Mills on the Danube River
The Danube hosts many floating corn mills built on vessels kept afloat in midstream. The turning wheel uses the current, and the design could work on the Thames without hindering navigation. The author argues such mills would help stabilize flour and bread prices during dry seasons.
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Rothton
India
England
Danube
Pest
Thames
America
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Ruffia
Alexander
St. Petersburg
Phant
Nelson and Bronns
Sir Hyde Parker
Georgetown, S.C
The
North Carolina Journal
Sam, &c
Ws. R. Davis
Winyow. Light Infantry
Geri Fach
Savage Smith
Archibald Donald
Williamsburgh
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