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 French, were killed, besides which many officers of distinction were wounded.

This victory raised the spirits of the people; and it was particularly pleasing to them, as their young and next to adored Monarch gained it. The shouts of the army were equal to the applauses of the people; and where a Prince had given such uncommon instances of prudence as well as bravery, it was impossible but he should be universally beloved.

The King had discovered a disposition which no dangers could intimidate or difficulties depress. He had no sooner fought the Russian army, than he was informed a fresh fleet, more powerful than their former, was on the coast of Suffolk. This news, which cast a fresh alarm on the minds of the people, only quickened the rapidity of the King's motions. The English fleet was col-