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British Commissioners push for release of Burgoyne troops
In New York on August 7 1773 the British Commissioners transmit protests to the American Congress demanding the immediate release and return to Great Britain of troops under Lieutenant General Burgoyne detain ed in New England. They renew peace terms and insist on free passage and entry to Boston harbor under Saratoga convention. The Congress replies with a Declaration disapproving attempts to curry favor and notes prior communications.
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