by John Marshall

“ In answer thereto, I have to acquaint you, that considering the superiority of the enemy’s force, the whole of which appears to have been directed against the Kite, with every advantage which they could look for, it being nearly calm, the flotilla fresh out of Nyborg, and yourself and consort at anchor, I have no hesitation in saying that the judgment and gallantry of yourself, officers, and crew, have not been exceeded in any of the glorious actions that have graced the annals of the British navy for so many years back. ”

“ The interference of a British officer could not fail to have some degree of influence with the contending parties; and as Bolivar had no cannon, except a few field-pieces, it was arranged that he should disband his troops and go to Jamaica, which island he particularly wished to visit. He was accordingly received on board the frigate, with several of his near relations; and the whole were soon afterwards conveyed to Port Royal in the Decouverte, a schooner under Captain James’s orders. The garrison of Carthagena were subsequently starved into a surrender ”

“ Thomas Thomas, the purser, were killed outright; and thirteen, including Captain James (slightly) wounded: – most of the latter, however, either died, or underwent amputation [9] . During the whole affair the Minx was so little attended to by the Danes that only two shot struck her, neither of which injured any one on board.
Whilst refitting at Gottenburgh, the commander, officers, and crew of the Kite received the thanks of the Admiralty, conveyed to them through Sir Richard G. Keats, “for their bravery and great perseverance in saving his Majesty’s sloop;” ”