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Foreign News August 10, 1802

Alexandria Advertiser And Commercial Intelligencer

Alexandria, Virginia

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Rebellion in Morocco led by Emperor's nephew defeated in battle with 5,000 killed and 2,400 captured; London officer aids Emperor, securing release of detained ships amid peace talks.

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It appears by accounts from the Mediterranean, that a rebellion lately broke out in the Empire of Morocco, against the Emperor, and the insurgents were headed by the Emperor's nephew, who has however been defeated, - with great loss. The particulars of the battle are contained in the following extract of a private letter :

"Tangiers, May 19. We have this day received intelligence of an action having taken place between the Emperor of Morocco, and his nephew, in which the latter has been completely defeated with great loss ; it is already known that there are 5000 killed, 2400 taken prisoners, besides an immense number wounded.-- The Emperor speaks in the highest terms of the very great assistance he received from an officer who arrived at the camp the night before the action and requested the Emperor to accept his services. He had the command of a squadron of horse, and contributed in a great measure to defeat the enemy. It is expected that this week will put an end to the war as ambassadors are now going from the Emperor in answer to terms proposed by the nephew. We learn that the officer who distinguished himself so much belongs to the city of London Light Horse and that he is deputed from some of the principal merchants in that city, to procure the release of two Ships detained by the Emperor of Morocco. We are happy to find, that in consequence of his great services on the occasion the Emperor has lent a favorable ear to the object of his mission. The Emperor has already conferred some distinguished honors upon him."

What sub-type of article is it?

Rebellion Or Revolt Military Campaign Diplomatic

What keywords are associated?

Morocco Rebellion Emperor Nephew Battle London Officer Assistance Moroccan War End Detained Ships Release

What entities or persons were involved?

Emperor Of Morocco Emperor's Nephew Officer From The City Of London Light Horse

Where did it happen?

Empire Of Morocco

Foreign News Details

Primary Location

Empire Of Morocco

Event Date

Tangiers, May 19

Key Persons

Emperor Of Morocco Emperor's Nephew Officer From The City Of London Light Horse

Outcome

the nephew has been completely defeated with great loss ; 5000 killed, 2400 taken prisoners, besides an immense number wounded. it is expected that this week will put an end to the war as ambassadors are now going from the emperor in answer to terms proposed by the nephew. the emperor has lent a favorable ear to the officer's mission to procure the release of two ships detained by the emperor of morocco. the emperor has already conferred some distinguished honors upon him.

Event Details

A rebellion lately broke out in the Empire of Morocco against the Emperor, headed by the Emperor's nephew, who has been defeated. An action took place between the Emperor and his nephew, in which the latter was completely defeated. The Emperor received great assistance from an officer who arrived the night before the action, commanded a squadron of horse, and contributed to defeat the enemy. The officer belongs to the city of London Light Horse and is deputed from principal merchants in that city to procure the release of two ships detained by the Emperor.

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