Russian galleys preparing for departure according to the Dutch newspaper Amsterdamse courant dated 8 August 1747

An item dated St. Petersburg, Russia 13th reported that the Russian galleys which would depart that year towards sea were lying on the Neva. Until now was just one regiment embarked although on short notice others were to follow. According to official sources were that night some galleys ordered to depart although the destination was unknown. Some claimed the Baltic, other towards the island Oesel.