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Editorial
November 8, 1814
The New Hampshire Gazette
Portsmouth, Rockingham County, New Hampshire
What is this article about?
Satirical critique of British leaders' rhetoric in peace negotiations with America during the War of 1812, mocking the Prince Regent's and Speaker's interpretations of 'honorable peace' and 'maritime rights,' while attacking the Regent's personal character.
OCR Quality
95%
Excellent
Full Text
New Dictionary.—If ever we have another negotiation, we intreat the favor of the Prince Regent and the Speaker of the House of Commons to supply us with a copy of their Dictionaries—The Prince Regent observed he wanted peace on terms honorable to both nations.—The Courier interpreted the phrase into a hope that it would not be equally honorable to both; as if the greater honor, which was given to the one, was not taken from the other.—The phrase, however, has a new version from the lips of Ld. Gambier and others—By honor to America, we are now to read sheer dishonor—The Prince however, is no very good judge of what honor is—as he bilks his creditors: has driven his wife to the continent; and continues to stuff into his own person, as much debauchery as can sit under a crown.
The Speaker of the House of Commons was only anxious for "the establishment of the maritime rights," of Great Britain. By their maritime rights, he understands our fleets, our forts, and our lands,—Richmond Eng.
The Speaker of the House of Commons was only anxious for "the establishment of the maritime rights," of Great Britain. By their maritime rights, he understands our fleets, our forts, and our lands,—Richmond Eng.
What sub-type of article is it?
Satire
War Or Peace
Foreign Affairs
What keywords are associated?
Peace Negotiations
Honorable Terms
Maritime Rights
Prince Regent
Satire
Dishonor
What entities or persons were involved?
Prince Regent
Speaker Of The House Of Commons
Ld. Gambier
The Courier
Editorial Details
Primary Topic
Mockery Of British Peace Negotiation Language
Stance / Tone
Satirical Criticism
Key Figures
Prince Regent
Speaker Of The House Of Commons
Ld. Gambier
The Courier
Key Arguments
Prince Regent's 'Honorable Peace' Reinterpreted As Dishonor To America
Courier's Biased Interpretation Of Equal Honor
Prince Regent Lacks Understanding Of Honor Due To Personal Scandals
Speaker's 'Maritime Rights' Means Seizure Of American Fleets, Forts, And Lands