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Foreign News May 7, 1806

Alexandria Daily Advertiser

Alexandria, Virginia

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The Paris Argus of February 22 speculates that if the war between France and England continues, it won't be due to French despotism but England's maritime claims. The French Emperor vows to restore sea liberty, neutral rights, industry, and commercial equality, rejecting England's dominion.

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The Paris Argus of the 22d of February, concludes some speculations on the existing situation of Europe, in the following manner: "If the war be still protracted between France and England, it will not be ascribed to the despotism of that power who, always attacked the first, always victorious, has left monarchies too powerful, which she might have submitted to whatever laws she pleased; who has so loudly declared that she was determined to restore to all nations the liberty of the seas, their common property; the enjoyment of their neutral substance; the development of their industry, and the equality of their commercial rights. The emperor of the French can no longer acknowledge the maritime dominion which they still strive to represent as necessary to the existence; and hence the natural right of England. It would be he who would undergo an abject submission; if after so much labor and glory, he should be unable to accomplish the solemn promise he has made to his people."

What sub-type of article is it?

War Report Diplomatic

What keywords are associated?

France England War Maritime Dominion European Situation Sea Liberty Commercial Rights

What entities or persons were involved?

Emperor Of The French

Where did it happen?

Europe

Foreign News Details

Primary Location

Europe

Event Date

22d Of February

Key Persons

Emperor Of The French

Event Details

The Paris Argus speculates on Europe's situation: if war between France and England prolongs, it's not due to French despotism, as France has been attacked first, victorious, and declared intent to restore sea liberty, neutral substance, industry, and commercial equality. The Emperor rejects England's maritime dominion as natural right, vowing to fulfill promises to his people.

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