by John Marshall

“ Lieutenants Lindsey and Moresby of the Kent, and Lieutenant Bissett of the Wizard, who had equally distinguished themselves in driving the enemy from the beach, were actively employed in taking possession of the gun-boat, and freeing the other vessels from their fasts to the shore; and I had soon the satisfaction to see our people embark, and the whole of the vessels coming out under the protecting fire of the Wizard, which, by the judicious conduct of Captain Ferris, contributed very essentially to keep the enemy in check, both in the advance and retreat of the boats. ”

“ In April, 1819, Captain Moresby was appointed to the Menai 24, fitting for the Cape station, where, although a period of profound peace, he appears to have been very usefully employed. We are told, that he superintended the landing of the settlers at Algoa bay, in Southern Africa – incurred, with the utmost cheerfulness, the risks connected with that service; distributed the articles purchased for the emigrants; assisted them in erecting their tents; and, by his humane attentions to the women and children, diffused good humour and cheerfulness among all. ”

“ The enemy left many dead on the ground.
“The gun-boat was a national vessel, called la Vigilante, commanded by an enseigne de vaisseau, with a complement of 45 men. I have the honor to, &c.
(Signed) ⁠“Thomas Rogers.” “To Vice-Admiral Thornbrough &c. &c. &c.”
The boats of the Kent and Wizard (brig) subsequently brought out, from under the guns of a fort near Leghorn, three laden vessels, and burnt a fourth, which was aground and could not be got afloat: this service was performed without the slightest loss. ”