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Reprisals and prize law in wartime Britain
The piece discusses the legality of reprisals by states in conflict, the right of injured states to seize ships and cargoes, and the consequences for captors and losers. It argues that the law of arms applies when hostilities threaten, and hopes prizes will contribute to public debt repayment. It reflects historical naval policy under monarchs and civil conflict.
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