When was it published?

November 13, 1810 in The Enquirer

Foreign News November 13, 1810

The Enquirer

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French Army, Oporto, Lord Wellington, Upcoming Battle, Skirmishes, Peninsular War

Richmond, Henrico County, Virginia

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What is this article about?

Report from Oporto via Baltimore: French forces 15 leagues from Oporto, positioned between Lord Wellington's army and Lisbon. Both armies, 130,000 strong, in sight; English expected to battle for retreat soon. Skirmishes ongoing; French visit to Oporto anticipated, prompting quick departure.

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Baltimore, Nov. 7.—The brig Vigid, Hill, in 40 days from Oporto, brings no papers or letters. The French were said to be about 15 leagues from Oporto and between Lord Wellington and Lisbon. The two armies, 130,000 strong each, were in sight of each other and the English would be forced to give battle in order to procure a retreat, an event which was daily expected. A visit from the French was expected at Oporto, which produced considerable sensation and induced capt. H. to get away as soon as possible.—Skirmishes were daily taking place between the out posts of the combatants. American.

What sub-type of article is it?

Military Campaign War Report

What keywords are associated?

French Army Oporto Lord Wellington Upcoming Battle Skirmishes Peninsular War

What entities or persons were involved?

Lord Wellington Capt. H.

Where did it happen?

Oporto

Foreign News Details

Primary Location

Oporto

Key Persons

Lord Wellington Capt. H.

Outcome

battle daily expected; skirmishes between outposts.

Event Details

The French were about 15 leagues from Oporto and between Lord Wellington and Lisbon. The two armies, 130,000 strong each, were in sight of each other and the English would be forced to give battle in order to procure a retreat. A visit from the French was expected at Oporto, which produced considerable sensation. Skirmishes were daily taking place between the out posts of the combatants.