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AMHERST, JEFFERY

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12. JEFFERY AMHERST (1717 - 1797) British Major General who captured Louisbourg from the French in 1758. Served as Governor General of British North America but left the office due to Pontiac's Rebellion and later served as colonial Governor of Virginia. Good content A.L.S. 1p. 4to., St. James Square, Feb. 22, 1794 to the Duke of Dorset, in part: "...I took the first occasion of laying before the King the offer made by Mr. Children of Tunbridge of a number of Yeomen and Farmers who were ready to associate for the defense of their country against the French. The King was pleased to receive the offer very graciously, and I beg the favor of your Grace to acquaint Mr. Children accordingly, and that a general Plan is at present under consideration, which prevents at this moment a direct answer whether the offer is accepted..." In 1794, at the height of the French Revolution, England and France were once again at war. Near fine condition. $750-1,000