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April 12, 1776
The Virginia Gazette
Williamsburg, Virginia
What is this article about?
1776 Philadelphia letter: French islands to provide supplies to America after British deception exposed; British plan to subdue colonies before conditional pardons; impending strong attack in Virginia, urging preparation.
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Extract of a letter from Philadelphia, dated April 2, 1776.
"From the French islands we learn, that they have been hitherto prevented from getting supplies for us from Old France by British assurances that the quarrel was quickly to be made up; but, now that this is discovered to be all finesse, they say we may rely on speedy and large supplies from them.----The King's friends (as they are called) in parliament, have declared, that the plan is to subdue America before they even offer pardons, and then it is to be with such exceptions as they choose.---We learn that a pretty strong attack is intended to be made in Virginia this spring. It behoves you, therefore, to be prepared to meet the storm, with firmness and effect."
"From the French islands we learn, that they have been hitherto prevented from getting supplies for us from Old France by British assurances that the quarrel was quickly to be made up; but, now that this is discovered to be all finesse, they say we may rely on speedy and large supplies from them.----The King's friends (as they are called) in parliament, have declared, that the plan is to subdue America before they even offer pardons, and then it is to be with such exceptions as they choose.---We learn that a pretty strong attack is intended to be made in Virginia this spring. It behoves you, therefore, to be prepared to meet the storm, with firmness and effect."
What sub-type of article is it?
Politics
Military
Economic
What keywords are associated?
French Supplies
British Parliament Plans
Virginia Attack
American Revolution
Where did it happen?
Philadelphia
Domestic News Details
Primary Location
Philadelphia
Event Date
April 2, 1776
Event Details
Letter reports that British assurances delayed French supplies from Old France, but now speedy large supplies expected from French islands. King's friends in parliament plan to subdue America before offering pardons with exceptions. Strong attack intended in Virginia this spring; advises preparation.