| Description | Has seen General Howe, and finds it not impossible to prevail on this brave officer to serve under General Gage, second in command, highly commends Howe, having served with him in many dangers and found him unsurpassed in activity, bravery and experience and beloved by the troops, considers Haldimand will be useful to head the Germans, thinks Chelsea out-pensioners are more fit for immediate service than recruits and they would inspire and assist the young soldiers, proposes reinforcements from Ireland, commends Colonel Ord for past services, reminds him of Edward Coulthurst recommended by Lady Shelburne to be Lieutenant in the Navy |