CHAPTER XVI.. Mole of Gibraltar.--Negotiation for the Exchange of Prisoners

Mole of Gibraltar.--Negotiation for the exchange of prisoners unsuccessful.--Captain Ferris and the officers of the Hannibal return on parole.--They sail for England in the Plymouth lugger, which carries home despatches and private letters.--Despatch sent to Lord Keith.--Admiral Saumarez shifts his flag to the Audacious.--Extraordinary exertions of the crew of the Cæsar.--Their admirable conduct.--Captain Brenton and the garrison.--Arrival of the Spanish squadron at Algeziras.--Increased exertions of the crews of the squadron.--Private letters.--Preparations to attack the enemy.

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