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Foreign News
April 4, 1815
Daily National Intelligencer
Washington, District Of Columbia
What is this article about?
Martinique formally surrendered to French control on December 2, pursuant to treaty, with ceremonies including artillery salutes and cheers for the King. Sir James Leith hosted an entertainment, and Maj. General Lindsey became governor.
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MARTINIQUE RESTORED.
Philadelphia, April 1.
A Barbadoes paper, of December 15, contains accounts of the formal surrender of the colony of Martinique to the French, (pursuant to treaty) on the 2d of that month. The change of flag was announced by the thunder of artillery from the batteries and ships, while the populace rent the air with "Vive le Roi! Vive les Bourbons!" The most cordial unanimity prevailed amongst all parties, and a splendid entertainment was given by Sir James Leith, the commander in chief, in honor of the ceremony. The colony of Martinique is now, therefore, under the entire control of the government of France. Maj. General Lindsey is the governor of the colony.
Philadelphia, April 1.
A Barbadoes paper, of December 15, contains accounts of the formal surrender of the colony of Martinique to the French, (pursuant to treaty) on the 2d of that month. The change of flag was announced by the thunder of artillery from the batteries and ships, while the populace rent the air with "Vive le Roi! Vive les Bourbons!" The most cordial unanimity prevailed amongst all parties, and a splendid entertainment was given by Sir James Leith, the commander in chief, in honor of the ceremony. The colony of Martinique is now, therefore, under the entire control of the government of France. Maj. General Lindsey is the governor of the colony.
What sub-type of article is it?
Colonial Affairs
Diplomatic
What keywords are associated?
Martinique Surrender
French Restoration
Colonial Handover
Treaty Compliance
Sir James Leith
What entities or persons were involved?
Sir James Leith
Maj. General Lindsey
Where did it happen?
Martinique
Foreign News Details
Primary Location
Martinique
Event Date
December 2
Key Persons
Sir James Leith
Maj. General Lindsey
Outcome
peaceful handover with cordial unanimity; colony now under full french control.
Event Details
Formal surrender of Martinique to the French pursuant to treaty, marked by artillery from batteries and ships, public cheers of 'Vive le Roi! Vive les Bourbons!', and a splendid entertainment by Sir James Leith. Maj. General Lindsey appointed governor.