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The Monitor on the French threat and Gibraltar loss
The Monitor decries France’s gains and warns that neglecting naval strength could imperil Gibraltar and American colonies. It argues against letting a weak squadron surrender strategically and questions ministers' blunders and public outrage over defence costs. It references Brest Rochfort blockades and a British admiral’s actions.
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Europe
Mediterranean
Levant
France
Spain
Brest
Rochfort
Gibraltar