Copy letter from William Cavendish, 4th Duke of Devonshire to Prince William, Duke of Cumberland

Scope and Content

Concerns military and political affairs: the Duke of Cumberland's retreat; the King's pleasure at his leadership and the troops' bravery; the likelihood of another battle with the French; the King's displeasure at his ministers especially Pitt; a naval expedition which involves sending the majority of the naval strength; the bad state of the war which means it cannot be continued nor peace be made. Original written from London. Signed: "D".

Conditions Governing Use

Copyright held by Chatsworth House Trust.

Related Material

This is a copy of the original catalogued CS4/798.1.