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and she was afterwards followed by the Prince William, so soon as the Prizes were taken possession of, and the Prisoners partly shifted, I made the signal and bore away out of the Narrow Channel. It is a very mortifying circumstance to relate to You, Sir, that the French fleet which You put to flight on the 12th (twenty Six in number, including Frigates) went through the Mona Channel, on the 18th. [[underline]] only [[/underline]] the day before I was in it. Herewith is an Account of the Killed and wounded on the part of His Majesty, as well as that of the Enemy, with the Names and force of the ships taken, and the Number of Men each had onboard, every One of them was loaded with shells, and other Ordnance Stores, amongst which are Forges compleat for red hott balls at a siege. The Caton and Jason are very fine Ships, almost new,were built at Toulon which last twice as long as those built at Brest. The Valiant as well as the last ship she took were much hurt in their Masts, Yards sails and Rigging but both are now to rights and fitt for immediate Service. I have the honor to be with great respect. Sir Your most Obedient and most most humble servant (signed) Saml Hood
