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Foreign News
June 17, 1815
Virginia Argus
Richmond, Virginia
What is this article about?
Martinique has declared allegiance to the Bourbons, raising the white flag, arming inhabitants for military duty, and expelling line troops to France. The island is now open to all nations, similar to Guadeloupe.
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Norfolk, June 12.
Martinique declared for the Bourbons.--On Friday last arrived here, in 16 days from Martinique, the schooner Edward Graham, captain Bissell; from whom we learn that the Island had declared for the Bourbons, and kept the white flag flying; the inhabitants were armed to do military duty, and had determined to send off the troops of the line: three hundred had been sent away for some port in France, and the remainder were to follow. Martinique is opened to all nations as Guadaloupe has been.
Ledger.
Martinique declared for the Bourbons.--On Friday last arrived here, in 16 days from Martinique, the schooner Edward Graham, captain Bissell; from whom we learn that the Island had declared for the Bourbons, and kept the white flag flying; the inhabitants were armed to do military duty, and had determined to send off the troops of the line: three hundred had been sent away for some port in France, and the remainder were to follow. Martinique is opened to all nations as Guadaloupe has been.
Ledger.
What sub-type of article is it?
Colonial Affairs
Political
What keywords are associated?
Martinique
Bourbons Declaration
White Flag
Troops Expulsion
Open To Nations
What entities or persons were involved?
Captain Bissell
Where did it happen?
Martinique
Foreign News Details
Primary Location
Martinique
Event Date
16 Days Prior To June 12
Key Persons
Captain Bissell
Outcome
three hundred troops sent to france, remainder to follow; island opened to all nations
Event Details
The island declared for the Bourbons, kept the white flag flying, inhabitants armed for military duty, and determined to send off the troops of the line.