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Folio 159: Rochford to Stormont. France does not approve of the visit of the king...

Catalogue reference: SP 78/291/60

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SP 78/291/60
Date
1774 Mar 18
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Folio 159: Rochford to Stormont. France does not approve of the visit of the king of Sweden to Russia. The up-dating of Sweden's armed forces indicates a plan to further French interests. France will urge Turkey to continue the war unless Austria agrees to co-operate in protecting Sweden. The contest with America becomes very serious.

Date and place: 1774 Mar 18 St James'.

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Secret and confidential.
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The National Archives, Kew
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Open Document, Open Description
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