Papers, 1775.

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Papers, 1775.

A letter by Montagu (1718-1792), First Lord of the Admiralty, December 30, 1775, analyzing the military situation in America and blaming the British losses on a refusal to use force rather than conciliatory measures.

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Sandwich, John Montagu, Earl of, 1718-1792

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At the time of the letters Sandwich was the first Lord of the Admiralty. Douglas was editor of Cook's journals; Shepherd was an astronomer; Harris was British Ambassador at St. Petersberg; Burney was a friend of Sandwich and father of James; King was captain of the Discovery after the death of Clerke; Barrington was a lawyer. From the description of Papers [microform]. 1771-1784. (Libraries Australia). WorldCat record id: 225828440 From the description of Papers of John Mont...