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Editorial
June 8, 1814
The Enquirer
Richmond, Henrico County, Virginia
What is this article about?
A writer expresses indignation at Britain's claim to dominion over all seas, arguing that international public law limits their rights to waters within cannon shot from England and Ireland's shores.
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DOMINION OF THE SEAS.
When we reflect (says a late writer) that the surface of the sea on this globe is far more extensive, than the land, we know not whether to smile with pity or foam with indignation. at witnessing the proud claim of a handful of Islanders [the British] to rule over every sea. and to be exclusive masters of the ocean; while according to the best writers on public law, they have no appropriate right over the sea, except on that portion of it which may belong to them within reach of cannon shot from the shores of England and Ireland.
When we reflect (says a late writer) that the surface of the sea on this globe is far more extensive, than the land, we know not whether to smile with pity or foam with indignation. at witnessing the proud claim of a handful of Islanders [the British] to rule over every sea. and to be exclusive masters of the ocean; while according to the best writers on public law, they have no appropriate right over the sea, except on that portion of it which may belong to them within reach of cannon shot from the shores of England and Ireland.
What sub-type of article is it?
Foreign Affairs
Imperialism
What keywords are associated?
Maritime Dominion
British Claims
Public Law
Ocean Mastery
Cannon Shot Rights
What entities or persons were involved?
British
Islanders
Editorial Details
Primary Topic
Critique Of British Claim To Dominion Of The Seas
Stance / Tone
Indignant Criticism
Key Figures
British
Islanders
Key Arguments
Surface Of The Sea Is Far More Extensive Than Land
Proud Claim Of British To Rule Every Sea Is Unwarranted
International Public Law Limits Rights To Waters Within Cannon Shot From Shores
No Appropriate Right Over The Entire Ocean