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Portents of European power shifts and French strain
The piece argues that Portugal faces a weakened position, pressed by France and Spain amid shifting alliances. It notes France unable to guarantee a treaty article on Portugal's coast, Portugal’s chance to align with Confederate ships, and Lewis XIV’s overreach. It critiques French and papal maneuvers, praising German discipline and warning against French brinkmanship.
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France
Artex
Spain
England
United Provinces
Duke of Oxton
Portugal
Lewis
Lewes
Kingdom of
D’ Anjou
Italy
New Spain
New- Spain
New-Castle
Paris Gazetteer
Afantua
Eugene
Wales
Sieur ¢Aboni
Mahon
Cremona