Collection | Cumberland Papers |
Reference | CP |
Title | Papers of Prince William Augustus, Duke of Cumberland |
Date | 1648-1960s |
Description | These are predominantly the Duke of Cumberland's military papers for the period he was Captain General of the British Army (1745 to 1757) and therefore responsible for both military manoeuvres and tactics and the maintenance and provision of the army. The Duke’s military correspondence was maintained by his secretary, Sir Everard Fawkener (1694–1758). |
Language | English |
French |
German |
Dutch |
Italian |
Latin |
Spanish |
Russian |
Extent | 130 boxes, 44 volumes and 1 folder |
Access Conditions | Available for research |
Publications | Transcripts of some of these papers will be found in 'Military Affairs in North America, 1748-1765: selected documents', ed. Stanley McCrory Pargellis, published by D. Appleton-Century, New York, 1936. |
Level | Fonds |