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Interview and arrest tied to Wilkes warrant 1763
A December 1763 account describes a warrant served on Mr. Wilkes after a planned interview with Alexander Dun. It notes Dun’s pamphlet plans, attempts to meet Wilkes, refusals, and a letter from Wilkes to Dun. The text hints at Edinburgh and Westminster venues and mentions Crockat of dragoons.
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Wilkes
Alexander Dun
Marines
Dun
Britain
Mr. Wilkes
London
Crockat
Dragoons
Scotland
Mr. Dun
Edinburgh