Der Erbprinz von Hessen-Nassau an den Earl von Suffolk.
(S. P. O. German States, Vol. 105.)
Hanau, 21. July 1776.
Sir,
I can make no better use of your friendship and goodness to me than
in recommending you, Mylord, the propositions which my private
Counsellor Malsburg directs in my name to you. My attachment and
most humble respect to the best of kings removes all idea of
interest in me. His Majesty's particular goodness assures me that
he would take ill, the desire I have to stay in a certain military
relation with his service even after the present treaty's
expiration.
I hope, Mylord, you will find I do not ask too much, and in this
regard I beg you to support this affair with your utmost credit. My
gratitude will be without end, and shall only be compared to the
greatest consideration --, I have the honor to be with for ever,
Mylord, your most humble and very obliged servant
_William H.P. of Hesse._