Victory at Camperdown Defeats Dutch Fleet in 1797
London Gazette report from October 16 1797 recounts Admiral Duncan’s victory off Camperdown where the Dutch fleet under Admiral De Winter was broken. The engagement caused heavy Dutch casualties and captures while British ships suffered masts and rigging damage. Captain Burgess of Ardent was killed. The dispatch details squadron movements, notable bravery of Vice Admiral Onslow and other captains, and lists killed and wounded aboard each ship.
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London Dispatches on Duncan Victory and Dutch Losses
London reports Captain Fairfax arrived with Admiral Duncan’s dispatches. Nine Sail of the Line and two Frigates captured, with Admiral Duncan and Vice-Admiral aboard. Dutch fleet tried to close, Venerable led to Winter’s ship, two-hour action, Burgess of the Ardent mortally wounded. Lists of captured ships and a Cabinet Council noted. Government awaits Emperor’s disposition before manifesto.
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Admiralty letter on stormy seas and aiding Dutch ships
Evan Nepean reports continued gales off the Dutch coast cause fleet distress. The Venerable leaks, Lancaster and Beaulieu dispatched to aid disabled ships. Endymion, under Sir Thomas Williams, engaged a Dutch ship near Texel while sighting three Dutch vessels near Kentish Knock and Horley Bay.
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Victory News and Public Festivities After Dutch Battle
A Gazette Extraordinary details Admiral Duncan's victory over the Dutch fleet, praises Dutch gallantry, and notes British glory. It reports the Texel blockade, the Dutch order to sail, and the Jupiter and Monarch engagement. The piece mentions a celebratory meeting at Shakespeare Tavern, expected Royal attention, and city illuminations. It also covers Alderman election turbulence and civic notices for the Livery.
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Bank Stocks and Annuities Reported with Rates
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