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Foreign News
August 14, 1761
The New Hampshire Gazette
Portsmouth, Rockingham County, New Hampshire
What is this article about?
Letter from Hanover dated May 22 reports fears of French invasion into the electorate at two points, with inhabitants hiding valuables. Prince Ferdinand is recalling troops and preparing to counter the enemy with a decisive strike.
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A letter from Hanover, of May 22 says, We begin to tremble in earnest for this electorate, since we were informed, that the French design to penetrate into it in two different places, and treat the inhabitants as the King of Prussia treats the Mecklenburghers. Some of our Citizens and the most wealthy part of the country people, are already taking precautions for lodging their best effects in places of safety. Prince Ferdinand on his part is taking the necessary measures to frustrate their deigns, and has just now recalled all the officers and private men who were absent on furlough. He is endeavouring at present to prevent the enemy by some signal blow.
What sub-type of article is it?
Military Campaign
War Report
What keywords are associated?
Hanover Invasion Fears
French Military Designs
Prince Ferdinand Preparations
Troop Recalls
What entities or persons were involved?
Prince Ferdinand
Where did it happen?
Hanover
Foreign News Details
Primary Location
Hanover
Event Date
May 22
Key Persons
Prince Ferdinand
Event Details
Inhabitants of Hanover fear French penetration into the electorate at two places, treating locals harshly like the King of Prussia does to Mecklenburghers. Wealthy citizens are securing valuables. Prince Ferdinand is recalling all absent officers and men, taking measures to frustrate French designs, and planning a signal blow against the enemy.