Letters from [Thomas] Townshend to William Cavendish, 3rd Duke of Devonshire

This material is held atThe Devonshire Collection Archives, Chatsworth

  • Reference
    • GB 2495 CS1/264
  • Dates of Creation
    • 6 July- 7 August 1739
  • Physical Description
    • 5 items

Scope and Content

The author writes concerning political affairs, specifically "Irish dispatches" relating to the 3rd Duke's role as Lord Lieutenant of Ireland. Topics include: the military in Ireland and new arms and embarkation of troops; news from the Lord Justices; his absence from business; Mr Potter's instructions from the 3rd Duke; communications with Sir Robert Walpole; a ship at Chester for carrying over the 3rd Duke's servants; Lord Wyndham's replacement (CS1/264/4); an embargo taken off; protection from press; Commission for Ensign Innis; Col. Sinclair's petition.