Petitions of the merchants of the Praça do Comércio da Bahia to the Prince Regent of Portugal for redress of grievances against the English 1812-[1819?].

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Petitions of the merchants of the Praça do Comércio da Bahia to the Prince Regent of Portugal for redress of grievances against the English 1812-[1819?].

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Two petitions presented to the Prince Regent of Portugal by the merchants and insurance companies of Bahia, requesting that illegal seizure of Brazilian ships by English naval officers cease, and that compensation for lost ships, cargoes, and commerce be paid to the Brazilian owners.

petition (10 leaves) ; 31 cm.petition (8 leaves) ; 31 cm.

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