Liberty and rebellion in a defiant patriot's dying speech
A speaker denounces Parliament as tyrants and defender of liberty, arguing Americans acted in defense of their constitution. He asserts their cause is just, laments oppressive laws, and proclaims death preferable to subjection, invoking Hanoverian succession and ancient rights. He ends with Dulce et decorum est pro patria mori.
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R. A
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Adams
Tle
America
England
George the Third
House of Hanover
Henry the Seventh
James the Second
Debates on French and Spanish Threats in Council
In the London Evening Post summary, warm council debates arise as some ministers fear French and Spaniard intentions, signaling concern over foreign maneuvers and national security.
Reconciliation Push Faces Strong Opposition in War Tensions
The text describes efforts to reconcile with the Americans before a looming war, met with strong opposition. It notes Lord S h is reportedly frightened, Lord G looks simple, and the most radical party members are dejected.
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Lord G
American Prayer for Peace Across Oceans
Prayed in a London Evening Port context for peace between Britain and America. A hortatory plea to Providence for restraint of war using scripture like language, begging King George’s reign in a united, cautious stance, urging divine mercy and mutual peace to avert devastation. References a Smith sermon and 3d London edition indicating period publication.
Ministerial Policy and New TickLine Approach
London Evening Post reports on ministerial policy shifts and a proposed new TickLine method described as a bold, experimental plan. Officials outline aims, potential benefits, and scrutiny from opposition. The piece emphasizes policy direction and procedural changes awaiting debate.
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London Evening Post
Vast War Preparations laced in Europe and America
Letters describe Cronstadt and Reves naval squadrons forming for a May sea campaign and Archangel ships to join. Reported unrest and battles in Lisle between Vergne and Maine regiments over a found uniform, with many killed or wounded. Dispatches note American troops in Cuba, Jamaica warnings, and Portsmouth orders to ready ships for speedy sea. A calculated budget claims Britain faces about 15 million pounds for the year for army navy provisions debt and transport. Reports from Greenock, Boston and Norwich discuss military, political, and economic strains amid looming conflict and trade decline.
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Petersourgh
Cronstadt
Reves
Archangel
Lisbon
Paris
Lisle
Auvergne
Maine
Soiffonnois
England
Alicant
Chambre
Smith
Dover
Ostend
Cuba
West India Islands
France
Spain
Resolution Sloop of War
Hawker
Downs
Haverfordwest
America
Shortland
Spithead
Waterford
Martin
Virginia
Edwards
Great- Britain
Great Britain
Boston
Ireland
Cambridge
Greenock
Royal Highlanders
Glasgow
Port Glasgow
Flora
Brisbane
Eagle East India Packet
Maxwell
Bengal
Lord High Steward
Hill
Great Tower-Hill
Middlesex
Court of Common Pleas
Westminster
Tristam Shandy
Dr. Price
Norwich
Manchester
George-yard
St. Bartholomew’s Hospital
Wood-street
Magdalen Hospital
Colege
French and Spanish fleets threaten Jamaica and West Indies
A Jamaica letter from Captain Wheatley arriving at Portsmouth warns that French forces of about fourteen thousand men with nine ships of the line and seven frigates have landed at Cape Francois. Spaniards push into Cuba and Hispaniola, and a united force could seize Jamaica, signaling possible wider losses for the West Indies and accusing the Ministry of lethargy or betrayal.
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Jamaica
William
Wheatley
Portsmouth
Cape Francois
Cuba
Hipaniola
West India Islands
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Atlantic
Grant
George
Lizeaty
Tion
Keeara
Poiticript
Holland
Carlisle House
Davey
Nathmberland
Haute
Charing-cross
John Augustus Corners
Duke of Northumberland
William Browne
Watling-street
Miss Bryer
Exeter
Jacia
South Sea
India
Navy
Philadelphia
Lonton
J. Almon
Burlington House
Piccadilly
Adama
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