The council of war in 1756..
[London : s.n.,
1756]
Title from text at head of design.
With a verse in three columns at foot of design: "That B--g is an Admiral, all the world knows". Signed: Hudibras. "Pr 6d."
An engraving. At a table in a ship's cabin, that of the Admiral's vessel, the "Ramilies", sit the officers of Admiral Byng's squadron, and Byng himself, who seems in great trepidation. He says "Your Opinions Gentlemen shall we fight the French, land our men or return to Gib-----r". All but two of the officers agree to retreat.
The action was fought May 20, 1756, the council of war was held May 22. It was stated in the newspapers that Captains Baird and Noel refused to sign the resolution of the council; in accordance with this report this print was designed.
George,
Byng, John, 1704-1757
Great Britain. Royal Navy
Seven Years' War, 1756-1763
Seven Years' War, 1756-1763