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RAG.778.079
29 Oct 1778:22 (118)
From the rebel papers. Philadelphia, Oct. 1.
Articles of Capitulation between the Marquis de Bouille,
General of the French windward islands, belonging to his
most Christian Majesty, and Governor Stewart, Commander in
Chief, and the inhabitants of the island of Dominica,
belonging to this Britannic Majesty.
. . . [3 Articles on surrender terms]
Art. 4. The inhabitants of the island shall evacuate their
posts with all the honours of war, that is to say, two field
pieces, their arms, baggage and colours, drums beating and
matches lighted. -- Granted.
. . . [23 Articles follow]
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