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Gentleman bred in his family.

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    The history and life of Admiral Blake; general and admiral of the fleets and naval forces of Ngland , Containing account of his glorious atchievements by sea land, more especially by sea, where he obtained by surprising victories. [W]ritten by a gentleman bred in his family. Devoted himself wholly to the public service, was resolute in his undertakings, and most faithful in the performance of them. With him valour seldom mist its reward, or cowardice its punishment. Earl of Clarendon's character of him.

    Gentleman bred in his family. | Date: 1746
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    The history and life of Robert Blake , Esq; of Bridgewater, general and admiral of the fleets and naval forces of England. Containing a full account of his glorious atchievements by sea and land, more especially by Sea; where he obtained many surprizing Victories over Dutch, French, Spaniards, and others, Turks as well as Christians. To which is added, a sketch of a comparison between the two great action against the Spaniards at Sancta Cruz and Porto Bello. Written by a gentleman bred in his family.

    Gentleman bred in his family. | Date: [1740?]

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