Embargoed Charges of False Musters and Military Fraud
An 18th century letter from Portsmouth decries embezzlement in military muster rolls, alleging audits show shortfalls in cavalry and infantry effective strength. It condemns the French for deception and warns the King’s public trust hangs on accurate counts. Also notes arrivals of ships at Spithead and Goree patrol reports.
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