| Description | Encloses copy of a petition which Lord Barrington presented to the King on his behalf, enforces his claims and desires for a fresh appointment, has heard that the people are beginning to be discontented at the proceedings of the Continental Congress, particularly in New York, is convinced they will soon get into the utmost confusion as they are feeling the heavy taxes in reality
Enclosure, Lieutenant Colonel Gabriel Christie to the King, petition, states his service in Flanders, Great Britain and North America, asks to be appointed Commandant of a new battalion to be added to the 60th or Royal American Regiment for service in the West Indies |