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Item # 694047
February 22, 1759
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Feb. 22, 1759
* French and Indian War in the South
* Rare St. Augustine, Florida mention
The front page has most of a column headed: "America" with Charleston, Boston, and Philadelphia datelines. A few news items include: "...from Georgia, that the General Assembly...passed an act to prevent provisions going by land or water to St. Augustine...to disable them from victualing French privateers."
Also: "...that Brig. Monckton with the troops...up the river St. John's, had all returned...a very agreeable message from them to General Forbes...fell in with a large party of French and Indians...The Indians designed to have burnt one of the prisoners...some Delawares, who interceded for the man and got him saved."
Eight pages, 8 by 10 3/4 inches, very nice condition.
AI notes: During the French and Indian War, British colonial governments—especially in Georgia and South Carolina—took action to prevent provisions (like food and supplies) from being sent to Spanish-held St. Augustine, Florida. Although Spain was neutral until 1762, authorities feared that supplies sent there could indirectly support French or Native American enemies. As a result, temporary embargoes and trade restrictions were enacted to stop smuggling and block aid to potential adversaries in the region.
Category: The 1600's and 1700's
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