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Title:
PRO 30/55/039/081 - Abstract from Earl of Shelburne to General Mathew
Date:
1782
Language:
English
Date from:
1782-04-30
Date to:
1782-04-30
Section:
2 : PRO 30/55 - British Army Headquarters Papers
TNA Shelfmark:
PRO 30/55/039/081
Full Description:
Earl of Shelburne to Major-General Edward Mathew. Whitehall. Has heard from Clinton that a reinforcement of 2,000 men had been sent to defend Brimstone Hill [St Kitts] but they can be used for any other emergency if needed. To acquaint Carleton of his situation and designs as orders have been given to send assistance if necessary. Thinks from information received from Robertson respecting the state of the enemy, that a successful attempt might be made to recover the island of St Christopher. Leaves it however to Mathew to decide whether such a step is prudent at the present season.
TNA Link:
https://discovery.nationalarchives.gov.uk/details/r/C16324126
Format:
Handwritten
DOI:
10.1163/37612_WNA_PRO_PRO_30_55_39_81