Copy of a Letter from Lord Camden.
Downing Street, 18th May, 1805.
"Sir,
"Your letter to me of the 1st of March, containing your reports to Lieut.-General Sir William Myers, of the attack made by a French squadron with a considerable body of troops on the Island of Dominica, of the gallantry with which they were opposed, and of their retreat from that Island on the 27th February has been laid before the King. I have it in command from His Majesty to express his entire satisfaction in the judicious and brave exertions which you displayed in this emergency; and you will signify to the officers and men of the Regular and Militia forces under your command, His Majesty's entire approbation of their spirited and meritorious services.
"I have honor to be, &c. &c.
(Signed) "Camden."
No. XI.
Letter from His Royal Highness the Duke of York to the Earl of Camden, p. 9.
"Horse Guards, Nov. 26th, 1805.
"My dear Lord,