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Foreign News
September 17, 1762
The New Hampshire Gazette
Portsmouth, Rockingham County, New Hampshire
What is this article about?
News of the surrender of Havana and 15 Spanish men-of-war to the British fleet and army prompted celebrations in the town, including royal salutes from Castle William, local batteries, and field pieces, with a day of rejoicing to be appointed by the governor.
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OCR Quality
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Full Text
On receiving the glorious News of the Surrender of the Havannah, together with fifteen Spanish Men Of War to his Majesty's Fleet and Army, the Guns at Castle William gave a Royal Salute, as also the Batteries of this Town and Charlestown, on board Ships, &c. and the greatest Joy was expressed by all Ranks of People.
We hear that a Day of General Rejoicing will be appointed by the Governor, on Account of the above great and important Acquisition.
The Field Pieces belonging to the New Train of Artillery in this Town were also discharged, in Token of Joy.
We hear that a Day of General Rejoicing will be appointed by the Governor, on Account of the above great and important Acquisition.
The Field Pieces belonging to the New Train of Artillery in this Town were also discharged, in Token of Joy.
What sub-type of article is it?
Naval Affairs
Military Campaign
What keywords are associated?
Havannah Surrender
Spanish Men Of War
British Fleet Army
Where did it happen?
Havannah
Foreign News Details
Primary Location
Havannah
Outcome
surrender of the havannah, together with fifteen spanish men of war
Event Details
The Havannah surrendered to his Majesty's Fleet and Army.