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The Virginia Gazette
Richmond, Williamsburg, Richmond County, Virginia
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Prince Charles Edward Stuart, known for the 1745 Jacobite rising, appeared in Rome and was presented to the Pope by his brother Cardinal York, receiving a cordial reception. His visit sparks speculation that France might gift him Corsica if they relinquish it.
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This unfortunate Prince seems tired of having lived so long in obscurity, and determined to launch again into the great world. His visit here has caused much speculation, and some politicians say, that in case the French should not keep Corsica for themselves they would do well to make his Highness a present of that kingdom.
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Rome
Event Date
June 24
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cordial reception by the pope with a conversation lasting over three quarters of an hour; speculation about france potentially gifting corsica to the prince.
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Prince Charles Edward Stuart, who led a civil war in England in 1745, has appeared in Rome. On Thursday last, he was presented to the Pope by his brother Cardinal York, who gave him a cordial reception and conversed with him for over three quarters of an hour. The Prince seems tired of obscurity and determined to re-enter the great world. His visit has caused speculation, with some suggesting France might gift him Corsica if they do not keep it.