Letter from the Duke of Clarence to Samuel Hawker, written at St James's

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Title

Letter from the Duke of Clarence to Samuel Hawker, written at St James's

Date Created

25 February 1804

Creator

Clarence and St Andrews, William, Duke of

Description

William admits Hawker's negative predictions were true. He is happy about the farm and the improvements to it and hope Hawker will soon come and see it himslef.
He strongly maintains that the Government should get rid of the Volunteer Force and stresses the importance of having a regular army for the success of the military operations against France.

Language

English

Identifier

GEO/ADD/44/9