Draft of the King's message on the subject of the trial of John Byng

This material is held atThe Devonshire Collection Archives, Chatsworth

  • Reference
    • GB 2495 CS4/527
  • Former Reference
    • GB 2495 CS1/494.3
  • Dates of Creation
    • n.d. [January 1757]
  • Physical Description
    • 1 sheet

Scope and Content

Concerns the King's willingness to examine the trial of John Byng and consider whether Byng was unjustly condemned or not. Written in 4th Duke's hand.

Conditions Governing Use

Copyright held by Chatsworth House Trust.