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The Salisbury Man of War and Naval Trust in England
A letter from a country correspondent discusses the French capture of the Salisbury Man of War, its crew and commander, and the convoy controversy. It laments insufficient convoy protection, praises the ship and brave crew, and criticisms of Whitehall efficiency, Admiralty oversight, and the moral tone of reactions to the incident. It recalls runaway captains and condemns treachery, urging stronger naval measures and loyalty to the crown.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
u/s
Salsbury
Dunkirk
London
Salisbury
Exchange of
England
Admiralty
Admiralty of
White-Aall
Holand
Molland
Golen Adunden
Perfor
Bembows
Bristol
Eddy-Stone
A¢ertin
Plimouth
Royal Navy of
Char