When was it published?

January 13, 1776 in The Virginia Gazette

Domestic News January 13, 1776

The Virginia Gazette

Q: What keywords are associated?

Newbern, Governor, Troops, Brunswick, Burning, Militia, Kings Troops

Richmond, Williamsburg, Richmond County, Virginia

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What is this article about?

Letter from Newbern, South Carolina, dated November 23, reports Governor's intent to dine at palace on Christmas and burn the town; province has raised 4000 men equal to King's troops; minute-men to meet 500 incoming men; Governor aided by 300 soldiers who likely burned Brunswick (8-9 houses).

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By a letter from South Carolina, dated Newbern, November 23, we are informed, that the Governor had sent word he intends to dine at the palace at Christmas, and to have the town in ashes before night. We have 4000 men raised in the province; they are thought equal to any of the King's troops. Next Friday the minute-men and soldiers go out to meet 500 men that are coming to take post here, where they are to remain till the rest of the soldiers come back. The Governor has got 300 soldiers to assist him; it is expected they have burnt down one small place called Brunswick, that had 8 or 9 houses in it.

What sub-type of article is it?

Rebellion Or Revolt Military

What keywords are associated?

Newbern Governor Troops Brunswick Burning Militia Kings Troops

What entities or persons were involved?

Governor

Where did it happen?

Newbern, South Carolina

Domestic News Details

Primary Location

Newbern, South Carolina

Event Date

November 23

Key Persons

Governor

Outcome

brunswick, a small place with 8 or 9 houses, burnt down

Event Details

Governor sent word of intent to dine at palace at Christmas and have town in ashes before night. Province raised 4000 men thought equal to King's troops. Next Friday, minute-men and soldiers to meet 500 men coming to take post until rest of soldiers return. Governor has 300 soldiers to assist; expected they burnt Brunswick.