Terrible fire and battle scenes from early campaign
An account describes a fierce morning to night fire in Mukketry, with Efe attacked and retreat ordered after heavy losses. The Hereditary Prince and several officers are noted, along with bridge damage on the Rhine and ongoing movements around Bruynen and Gottingen. Proclamations and royal notices fill the period, detailing political shifts and appointments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Efe
Mukketry
M. de Segur
M. de Wangen
Pitt
Lord Downe
Waldegrave
Griffin
George Lenox
Elliot
Harvey
Gendench
Elverick
Rhine
Geil
M. de Chabot
Walach
Carthayser
Bruynce
Ot Hague
Ferdinand
Marshal Broglia
Weser
Electorate of Hanover
Gottingen
Bruynen
Prussia
Daun
Lusatia
Saxony
Marshal Daun
Wittenberg
Duke de Deux
M. de Stainville
Halberstadt
Berlin
Poland
Furstenwalde
Monarchs and War Spirit Unite in Resolute Support
The accession of the king to the throne amid crisis is hailed as divine favor. Enemies hope for mischief in a new reign but are warned that unity and vigorous measures will thwart such attempts. Citizens’ loyalty, patriotism, and confidence in the government are emphasized to deter plots and sustain victory.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Great Britain
Ireland
Wales
Berwick
Jersey
Guernsey
Alderney and
Sark
A&s
Privy Council
Great
Britain
Iles
Alderney
Saville House
Tueday
Royal Chapel
St.James’s
Contested Debates and Naval News in a 18th Century Ledger
A late 18th century mixed transcription recounts political discourse on governance and military caution, referencing a general sense of self and danger from weak enemies. It notes public opinion in Quebec and Europe about the impact of a British policy, mentions a treatise on agriculture, and describes racing results in Newcastle upon Tyne, ship movements from Lisbon, and weekly casualties and stock prices, all conveyed in period voice with diverse topics.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Quebécy
Europe
Derteis Dm
Copenhagen
Danity Mortrch
NASA
Libiit
Féstara
Iit
Newcastle Upon Tyne
Mr Dalton
Cade
Swinburn
Snip
Cornforth
Monreal
Mr. Jackson
Young Cade
Ctra
Wilson
Duke of Cleveland
Roxana
Seitlington
Cleveland’s Bay
Lisbon
London
Tagus
Lisbom Ie
Jeronimus Nezer
Stockholm
Gjn Barris
Middleburg
Everland
Holland
Portmouth
Spithead
Torrington
Flymouth
Mary
Davis
Endeavour
Smith
Elizabeth
Sarah
Shepherd
Dublin
Woolwich
Kingsfisher
Guiney
Deal
Fty
Jason
Granada
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Saville Hoise
Edward Duke of York
John Earl of Bute
Princeses
Princes ‘Dowager of
de Saville House
London Gazette
George R
Anne
R.U P.T S
George Mortis
St. George the Martyr
Middlesex
Merchan
Guildham
John Robotham
Alexander Robotham
Draycott
Staffordshire
Tymber
Upper jUttoxeter
Staffordthire
CrebDivers
John
Rishton
Ludgate-street
Linen- Draper
Guildhall
John Ellis
James Fivey
Lawrencelane
Copartners
Merghants
Guilshall
Richard Lawlé
Woollyn-draper
Bank An
India
South Sea
Piry Dous
Gustavus Adolphus
Sweden
Berane ‘the Great
Frery
Palos
Walter Hartem
G. Hawkins
Ac Milton
Cormr
Middle Temple Gate
Fleet-Screer
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