Note of the intentions of the gathered group of "rioters" at Chatsworth

This material is held atThe Devonshire Collection Archives, Chatsworth

  • Reference
    • GB 2495 CS4/811
  • Former Reference
    • GB 2495 CS1/327.44
  • Dates of Creation
    • 17 August 1757
  • Physical Description
    • 1 letter

Scope and Content

This is a note written down by Alexander Barker quoting the "rioters" as gathering to object to enlistment by trickery, the note begins: "We do not appear here in any way of riot not willing to serve by way of lott but willing to serve in the way of old custom".

Acquisition Information

There is a transcript of this letter available.

Separated Material

Enclosed with CS1/809 which explains it.

Conditions Governing Use

Copyright held by Chatsworth House Trust.