Instructions to Captain Henry Burbeck to evince friendly relations with Spain
Item
Type
Extract of Letter
Title
Instructions to Captain Henry Burbeck to evince friendly relations with Spain
Description
Burbeck is in vicinity of Spanish garrison. Knox tells Burbeck to evince the most cordial friendship with Spain. Be polite and temperate in the handling of any offenses. If caused by Burbeck's men, inflict exemplary punishment. If by Spanish, make statement with precision and coolness to nearest Spanish officer.
year created
1790
month created
04
day created
08
author
sent from location
War Office
recipient
in collection
in image
note
This letter is an extract.
notable person/group
Burbeck
Henry Knox
Spanish
soldiers
Secretary of War
notable location
War Office
Spain
notable idea/issue
peace
foreign relations
punishment
advice
friendship
document number
1790040800001
page start
1
number of pages
1
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Document instances
| In image | In source | Location in source | |
|---|---|---|---|
| [view document] (2 pages) | CSB13 (2 pages) | Collection: Preston Family Papers - Joyes Collection | sole folder |
Document names
| Type | Name | Location | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Author | Henry Knox | War Office | [n/a] |
| Recipient | Henry Burbeck | [unknown] | [n/a] |