8 August 1778
D'Auvergne, James, fl. 1771-1788
Autograph letter signed
Title: to Joshua Mauger
People are upset that Mr. K did not totally destroy the French Fleet. Another attack on the Brest Fleet is planned for the following week. News about D'Auvergne's nephew, Ned [Edward], who has decided to stay in the West Indian trade business rather than enlist.
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