An Account of the Campaign in the West Indies, in the Year 1794 Under the Command of their Excellencies Lieutenant General Sir Charles Grey, K.B., and Vice Admiral Sir John Jervis, K.B.

A vivid first‑hand chronicle brings the 1794 West Indies campaign to life, following the departure of the fleet from Spithead and its steady march toward the Caribbean. The author, a chaplain who witnessed the operations, blends clear narrative with careful sketches that render forts, gun‑boats and island coasts with striking accuracy. Early entries describe the strategic preparations, the bustling activity in Barbados, and the tense moments as the British forces anchor off Martinique and prepare a coordinated assault.

The account then shifts to the opening actions on the island: the capture of a forward battery, General Grey’s landing, and the simultaneous attacks launched from three points. Through disciplined detail and excerpts from official army orders, listeners gain insight into the logistics, the morale of the troops, and the initial successes that set the stage for the further battles to come. The tone remains respectful and observant, offering an authentic glimpse into a pivotal yet often overlooked chapter of naval and military history.