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War fears and political moves amid royal tensions and trade losses
Fragmentary 18th century letter items describe ongoing FrancoSpanish-English tensions, a potential audience demand from a master to a sultan, and Grand Vizier preparations for war. Reports note English pirates off Blorda coast, a Spanish ship captured, and Jamaica-bound forces. church moves include a Canter bury archbishop action and Bristol bishop preaching. Also mentioned are parliamentary bribe penalties, executions at the Ola Bayly, and odd medical and trade notices from Dublin and London.
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Jamaica
Blorda
Vera Cruz
Havarla
Canterbury
Bristol
Brie Bery
Fane
Hleme
Dell
Whitehol
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