Copy of a letter from Maj-Gen. Robert Prescott to Rear-Adm. Sir Samuel Hood suggesting that as the French had such complete control of Brimstone Hill [on St Kitts], it was more important for British troops to be sent to Antigua, where the garrison was weak and more essential to maintain; and duplicate, in a different hand [0667a].
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Months past, makes me request this more earnestly, as essential to the King’s Service. I beg leave to wish You every success and honour, and to assure You that I am with very great respect Sir, Your most Obedient and most humble Servant (Signed) Robt. Prescott A Copy Sam: Hood
