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Newspaper
London Evening Post
Location
London, Middlesex, United Kingdom
Date
Apr 20, 1779
Page
2
A court martial proceeding is discussed with witnesses and newspapers cited, detailing questions about Sir Hugh Palliser and the Formidable. Testimony questions the influence of newspaper reports while noting observed signals, ship positions, and possible disobedience.
In a despatch from A Prevost, Major General Prevost describes British actions against rebel forces near Briar Creek, detailing the defeat, seized enemy arms, and the loss of seven cannon. He praises Lt. Col. Prevost and Sir James Baird, notes naval reductions and the departure of Captain Parker, and expresses commitment to royal service and future operations to secure communications with back-country allies.
A Danish port emergency mentions a disastrous powder magazine explosion at the East Gate Bastion injuring several and damaging distant palaces. The issue also includes a Georgia peace proclamation reinstating 1775 laws and news of James Harris being knighted as a Knight Companion of the Bath.
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