BURTON (Robert, d. 1836, Lieutenant at Trafalgar, Commander, R.N. (1812) in the Peninsular War)

Fine Autograph Letter Signed in French with translation, addressed to 'Sirs' , c/o Monsieur Salis, French Director of Hospitals, and a Prisoner of War at Vittoria, saying that "His Excellence is more than 25 leagues from here inland in pursuit of the French army, and since there is no means of communication ... I am vexed to have to tell you that you should not think of an exchange at this moment. The only basis of hope we could have, is that the day which is to bring peace to Europe cannot be long in coming", and promising "on this and every other occasion, you will find me ready to do you service, if circumstances place it within my power", 2 sides folio, address on conjugate leaf, St. Jean de Luz, 7th March light remains of guard on blank margin of fourth side

Wellington at this moment was pursuing Soult in the foothills of the Pyrenees, in a fiercely fought campaign.

Item Date:  1814

Stock No:  50516      £350

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