Copy letter from James II to the Earl of Tyrconnel [20th century transcription],

[19??].

A transcription of the original item at MS 37/18. James gives authority to Tyrconnel over the soldiers coming from France, or already in Ireland, to organise them into regiments and pay their subsistence. The original letter is countersigned by the Earl of Melfort.

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Main Creator: James II, King of England, 1633-1701
Contributors: Tyrconnel, Richard Talbot, Earl of, 1630-1691
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Language:English
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Notes:Tyrconnel is addressed as 'Duke' since James gave him the title Duke of Tyrconnel in 1689.

John Drummond, Earl of Melfort, was Secretary of State to James II for a time. He was a member of James's inner council in Ireland in 1689, along with Avaux and Tyrconnel.

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Copy letter from James II to the Earl of Tyrconnel [20th century transcription],

[19??].
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Bibliographic Details
In Collection: Letters to Richard Talbot, Earl of Tyrconnel, and other documents,1687-1690
Description:A transcription of the original item at MS 37/18. James gives authority to Tyrconnel over the soldiers coming from France, or already in Ireland, to organise them into regiments and pay their subsistence. The original letter is countersigned by the Earl of Melfort.
Main Creator: James II, King of England, 1633-1701
Language:English
Extent:1 item.
Format:Manuscript
Call Number: MS 37/17 (Manuscripts Reading Room)
Rights:Reproduction rights owned by the National Library of Ireland.