Battles and dispatches from Saratoga to Philadelphia 1777
Extracts from letters and reports detail British setbacks near Saratoga, American gains, and strategic dispositions. It notes Burgoyne’s position and American advances under Generals Lincoln Arnold and Gates, including army movements, skirmishes, and casualty mentions.
British political shifts and war reports amid December notices
Friday December 12 items note the Duke of Grafton’s friends ousted for voting against American wars. The Earl of Aylesford named Lord of the Bedchamber replacing the Earl of Jersey, and the Marquis of Carmarthen becomes Chamberlain to the Queen in place of Lord Delaware. Gen Howe seeks leave to return home. Burgoyne reportedly dead per French advice. Lord Shelburne cites Carleton’s garrisons at Quebec with three regiments and sickness at Ticonderoga. Twelve MPs voted in the Commons on Repeal of the Declaratory Act, including Nathaniel Bayly and Frederick Bull.
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English Lords Debate Fresh on Prisoner Cruelty At War
A House of Lords session discusses shipping and seamen amid the crisis in America. Lord Oxford and Earl of Abingdon argue for presenting a royal address to demand detailed records on prisoner custody, deaths, and expenses from December. Lord Chatham condemns delaying Parliament, warns the interval may harm national interests, and urges immediate counsel to the Sovereign.
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