Observations on the State of Affairs After Trenton
A London Evening Post essay argues British ministers misread the colonial revolt, noting Howe Burgoyne and supplies moves, and that American privateers harm trade. It criticizes civilian leadership, warns of debt and diminished revenue, and questions the likelihood of Britain winning a quick settlement with the colonies while France and Spain push countermeasures.
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London
Trenton
Brunswick
Amboy
Hawe Heth
sAmzrice
Jane
Howe
Burgoyne
Quebec
North
America
Great Britain
Rance
Europe
West Indies
Bristol
Liverpool
Royal Navy
Cuttom House
Earl of Giltham
Phesrath
Commonwealth
France
Havannah
Canada
Tainties
Thesvar
Colas
Guy
Frances
Spain
Fox
Congress of the United States
West‘Indies
West-Indies
Spere
North ‘‘America
Kappehn
Proposals to ease colonial tensions and trade defense
Fragmentary eighteenth century prose discusses reconciliations with colonies, trade protection, and diplomatic steps. It argues withdrawing garrisons when possible, securing favorable terms, and countering French pressure while preserving commerce. Mentions minimizing attacks and seeking the best terms for peace and union.
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North America
Rory Suppart
French and American Naval Moves Near Carolina Coast
Reports detail French ships Amphitrite and convoy delivering arms and supplies to American forces, with brigantines and frigates patrolling the Carolina coast in May. American operations include a Long Island Sound raid destroying a magazine and vessels, while British dispatches note privateers and naval actions around Ireland, Scotland, and the Channel.
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Hartes ‘Town
South Capelina
Franie
Dadea
Randolpe
Carolina
South
North Carolina
Mercury
Nantes
New Englands
New Hamphhire
Shele& Portsmouth
Jysey
Thiggmont
America
Portfarouth
New Hampshir
Ameri- Can
Yraiz
Conway
Parsons
Connecticut
Sound
Sagg Harbour
Long Island
Howe
Mayar
Genin Gane Ie
du Caudray
Maor
Horton
St. Domingo
Ame
New Jersey
Ste. John’s
Lake Champlain
Philadelphia
Chevaux de Frize
Galloway
Assembly
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St. Bbttinge
Admiral Gayton
Weeks
Admiralty
Whitehaven
Glasgow
Heath Head
Lord Howe
Glasgow Journal
Ayr
Ross
Ireland
Shad
Larne
Gallaway
Ile of Man
Canterbury
M. Garnier
Bassy
Paris
Dublin
Dublin Bay
Guildham
Middlesex
Edward Wrench
John Trotter
Richard, Budworthj
Charles Vere
Thomas Wright
Candlewick
Ward
Manfidn
Ft‘india
South ‘Sea
Feduc
India
Fryp
Vickers