A Soldier's Letter From Valenciennes and Faithful Friends
Maarten Wierenga writes from Valenciennes describing recovery in a Catholic hospital. Sisters cared for him, found and returned money he carried, and a hospital priest Teres Starcourt urged him toward Catholicism while he remained Protestant. His gratitude and affection for both Catholic helpers and the priest shine through in touching, faith-filled reflections.
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Nicodemus
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Exclusion Act tensions and looming clash in Europe
Exclusion Act disputes damage European economies including Russia provokes a looming conflict. Napoleon resists removal of rules, ambassadors recalled, whispers of war rise. Letter writer pleads caution, faith, and readiness for news from Valenciennes while families wait on Maarten’s next report.
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Russia
Napoleon
Wierenga
Father
Maarten
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