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Naval privateering and trade debate in late 18th century discourse
A long dialogue in a London publication debates how privateering profits relate to national decline. The speakers contrast wartime gains from East and West Indies ships with merchants losses, arguing the Crown aims to augment revenue and power. They predict a growing British fleet by next year and reflect on national strength.
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