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Militia urged to deter French threats and defend coast
A national address champions militia as the safeguard of Britain against French invasion and naval danger. It urges unity under the king's councils, notes French spending on boats and troops, and calls for bold action to honor the nation and secure its rights. The piece cites Louisburg, Guardaloupe, Goree, and Senegal as examples of British gains.
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Pruffin
Cacoatts
France
Britain
Louisburgh
America
New World
Guardaloupe
Goree
Senegal