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wanted was maritime force & the Colonies in short does one not see that it was the merciful Hand of God stretched forth to protect us - The dear & beloved King received this news with that pious confidence he ever places in the goodness of the Almighty he was most amazingly overcome - & the Queen has felt in the same manner but you know of old they place the victory with gratitude at the foot of the throne of grace & tho they feel happy far from exalted -