| Content Description | Sends the duke his regards for the coming year; would be glad to hear about Lord William if the duke has heard anything; his son, Henry, has told him that Frederick is very well; is anxious to know the fate of the 24th Dragoon; has heard several reports, the last saying that he has lost his regiment, which, he writes, will be a severe blow; adds that he will not believe it until he gets confirmation. |