Letter from Rear-Adm. Lord Hood to General Jacob de Budé commenting on Prince William's assignment to the 'Barfleur', agreeing that a suitable associate should be appointed to him but not entirely approving of Adm. Digby's choice (of Capt. Napier) and remarking that he has as yet received no instructions from Digby, and also enclosing copies of correspondence between himself and Adm. Pigot [0723], reporting that a change in his orders meant that he has remained at New York, assuring de Bude of the good relations between himself and Pigot, and noting in a postscript the force under his command.
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than that, which is now most clearly evident in the one, under Admiral Pigot’s command. As my putting to sea, must for some little time to come depend upon the motions of the French fleet at Boston it is impossible for me to say, when I shall sail, and as the Carysfort proceeds for England tomorrow shall only add more, than that of being, with real regard & esteem My dear General your every faithfull and Affectionate humble Servant Hood The force under my command consists of 12 of the Line & 3 frigates and I may possibly be joined by the Magnificent from Halifax before I quit the coast
