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Foreign News
October 25, 1823
Alexandria Gazette & Advertiser
Alexandria, Virginia
What is this article about?
Lord Byron has staked his fortune on aiding the Greeks by purchasing a brig to sail to Constantinople and attempt to free captives from Scio. If unsuccessful, he intends to join the war effort.
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LORD BYRON.
A gentleman who has just arrived at Boston from Leghorn, and who had a personal interview with his lordship, states that he has cast his fortune on a single point, to sink or swim with the Greeks— He is said to have purchased a brig entire, and embarked his whole fortune for the purpose of proceeding to Constantinople to endeavor to release a number of Greeks held in captivity there, mostly belonging to Scio. If he is frustrated, it is his intention to buckle on his armour and breast the storm of war.
A gentleman who has just arrived at Boston from Leghorn, and who had a personal interview with his lordship, states that he has cast his fortune on a single point, to sink or swim with the Greeks— He is said to have purchased a brig entire, and embarked his whole fortune for the purpose of proceeding to Constantinople to endeavor to release a number of Greeks held in captivity there, mostly belonging to Scio. If he is frustrated, it is his intention to buckle on his armour and breast the storm of war.
What sub-type of article is it?
Rebellion Or Revolt
What keywords are associated?
Lord Byron
Greek Cause
Constantinople
Scio Captives
Greek War
What entities or persons were involved?
Lord Byron
Where did it happen?
Constantinople
Foreign News Details
Primary Location
Constantinople
Key Persons
Lord Byron
Event Details
A gentleman arriving from Leghorn reports that Lord Byron has committed his entire fortune to the Greek cause, purchasing a brig to sail to Constantinople and attempt to release Greek captives, mostly from Scio. If unsuccessful, he plans to arm himself and join the war.