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The Major Operations of the Navies in the War of American Independence

CHAPTER IV
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On the morning of the 29th, as Howe was approaching his port, he spoke a packet from England, which not only brought definite news of d'Estaing's sailing, but also reported that she herself had fallen in with him to the southward, not very far from the American coast, and had been chased by his ships.

His appearance off New York, therefore, was imminent.
Howe's measures were prompt and thorough, as became his great reputation.

To watch for d'Estaing's approach, a body of cruisers was despatched, numerous enough for some to bring frequent word of his movements, while others kept touch with him.

The ships at New York were ordered down to Sandy Hook, where the defence of the entrance was to be made.

Clinton, who had been hard pressed by Washington throughout his march, arrived on the 30th of June--the day after Howe himself--on the heights of Navesink, on the seacoast, just south of Sandy Hook.


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