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London Evening Post in London, Middlesex

20 Nov 1777

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London Evening Post

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London, Middlesex, United Kingdom

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Nov 20, 1777

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2

Debate Over Navy Strength and American War Policy in Parliament

Lords clash over naval readiness and the conduct of the American War. Chatham and supporters press for peace and constitutional limits while ministers defend sea power and urge confrontation with France. The address passes with a large majority, amid calls for reconciliation and humane treatment.

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Caermarthes Afralacées Lord Camden Lord Chatham America América Duke of Richmond Gage Boston General Howe Burgoyne Xal Howe Philadelphia Albany France England Leerd Effingham Sully Henry IV Low Countries Philip II Spain Lord Suffolk Suflt
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Parliament Debates Over American War and Peace Prospects

On the session’s opening day the House of Commons debated the war with America. Members praised Minsters, urged peace talks, and discussed Lord Granby and Admiral Howe’s roles. An amendment proposed to seek cessation of hostilities while pursuing terms of pacification, sparking contention over strategy.

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His Lord Hyde Sir Gilbert Ellie Gilbert Elliott America Britain Marquis of Granby Aid Great Britain Idkerd George Cavendife Lord Granby Fabnstone Gilbert Elliot Admiral Howe New York Ais Chesapeak Bay Alderfran Wilkes Burgoyne Alderman Philip Jennings Clerkaid Lord Chattham Earl Serjeant Adair France Spain Portugal Lord North Burke North Wave Uy Aipswer
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