The King of Scots letter to the States of Holland, concerning their present design and engagement against England: with His desires touching the same; and His resolution to venture life and fortune with them. Also, a declaration of the Hollanders, for His defence aud [sic] preservation; the raising of 40000 fighting men; and new commission given to the Lord Admiral Vantrump, to fight, sink, burn, and take, all English ships that wears not his colours.

A letter sent from the states of Holland to the King of Scots, imploring his personal residence and assistance: with their desires, propositions, engagement, and promise; agreed upon at a general councel held at the Hague, the 23 of this instant July; and presented by the Lord Boretz. Signed, A. Beauchurst. Also, His titular Majesties answer thereunto; and the great preparations at the Hague for his Royal entertainment. With the declaration of Lieut. Col. John Lilburn touching the same. Published throughout the United Provinces.

January 1652

8 p.Annotation on Thomason copy: "July. 27.".Reproduction of the original in the British Library

A great and famous victory obtained by the Parliaments navy near the Isle of VVight, against fifty sail of Hollanders: with the particulars of this great and desparate engagement, the manner of the fight, and the number of ships sunken and taken, and the great loss on both sides. Also the King of Denmarks declaration, touching the Hollanders, the setting forth of his great armado, the drawing down of all his land-forces to the sea-coast; and the Queen of Swedens proclamation, touching the King of Scots, the Parliament of England, and their fleet at Sea. Published according to Order.

January 1652

8 p.Annotation on Thomason copy: "Nouemb. 2".Reproduction of the original in the British Library

The resolution of the Hollanders concerning their fisher-men in the Northern seas; with the peoples arming themselves; their threatning declaration against their magistrates; and Vantrumps returning into the Downs with above a hundred sail, and his design against the English. Also a fight a sea between the English and the Dutch, with the particulars thereof, and the number of ships sunk and taken on both sides. With a full and ample relation of the mischief done by the great fire at Amsterdam. Likewise, the proceedings of the King and Court of France, and the Parliament of Paris: as also the hanging of divers of the Parliaments souldiers in Scotland.

January 1652

8 p.Dated and signed on p.5: Amsterdam, Iuly 19. st:n: 1652. A:R.Annotation on Thomason copy: "July....

A declaration of the high and mighty lords, the States of Holland, concerning the Parliament and common-wealth of England; with their instructions and decree given to the Lord High-Admiral Vantrump, for the taking of all English and Scottish ships: and his resolution to fight it out to the last man, against all those who shall engage against them: together with the advancing of the King of Scots standard; his royal message to 7 Chrisitan kings and princes: and L. Col. Lilburns letter to the Lord Gen. Cromwel.

United Provinces of the Netherlands. Staten Generaal.

January 1652

8 p.Annotation on Thomason copy: "Aprill 5".Reproduction of the original in the British Library

A declaration of the Hollanders touching the late King, and the commonwealth of England: with the granting forth new letters of mart by the States General against all English ships whatsoever: and the beating and reviling of divers English gentlemen at the Hague. Also the motion of the Dutch fleet Northwards with an hundred and seven sail of men of war, to find out the English navy; their taking of two English ships, and burning another near Scarborough. Likewise, the condition of affairs in France, and the taking of two hundred men and horse of the Prince of Conde's forces, near St. Clow: with the march of General Thurenne against the Spanish army.

January 1652

8 p.Annotation on Thomason copy: "July. 23".Reproduction of the original in the British Library

The Declaration of the states of Holland, concerning the King of Scots; with the chusing of the Duke of York, the Lord Craven, and Maj. Gen. Massey, Captain-Generals, by the English, French, and Dutch; and the resolution of Vantrump concerning the L. of Newport, and the L. Catz; together with his orders and instructions to all the Court of Admiralties, for the setting forth all shipping fit for service, and each captain and commander to cut his way through the English fleet. Also, a diurnal of the Dutch occurrences; and their making ready all the sluces.

January 1653

8 p.Annotation on Thomason copy: "June 16".Reproduction of the original in the British Library

The declaration of the Hollanders concerning, the English fleet now under the command of General Blake; with the rising of the people against their magistrates, and declaring for a war with England: and the States proclamation, prohibiting all merchants and sea-men to touch upon the English coasts. Also, Vantrumps putting forth to sea with one hundred and seven men of war, and his orders and instructions given to the captains of his fleet. Likewise, the state of affairs in France, and declaring of the citizens of Paris rebels and traytors, by the King and councel. Together with the proceedings of the Parliaments forces in Ireland: sent in several letters from divers personages of honour to certain member of the Councel of State.

January 1652

8 p.Annotation on Thomason copy: "July. 9th.".Reproduction of the original in the British Library

The great preparation made in Holland, for the King of Scots, going into Scotland.: Also the D. of Buckingham, M. Hamilton, and the E. of Newcastle, to be sent embassadors into Germany, Sweden, and Denmark; with the large promises of Col. Massey, and Ald. Bunce, to the foresaid King. Together, with a great fight at sea, between the English and French; where (after two days and nights dispute) the French Admiral (and 300 men) was taken, with 50 guns, 100 barrels of powder, and great store of ammunition.

T. S.

January 1650

[2], 6 p.Signed: T.S.Annotation on Thomason copy: "June 12th".Reproduction of the original in the Br...

A letter sent from his excellency Generall Blake to the King of Denmark touching the Dutch fleet now in the sound; and his desires and proposals unto him, and the rising of the Danes in arms to prevent the landing of any enemy. Also a full relation of the last great sea-fight between the English and the Dutch, and the number sunk and taken. With the taking of an 100 fishermen, and the Hollanders fortifying themselves in Bressies Bay in Scotland. Likewise, the proceedings of Sir George Ascues fleet, his motion westward and his design therein, with the councel of states letter to him with joyfull news from China, and the Christian faith, by many both of the nobility and commonalty there.

January 1652

8 p.Annotation on Thomason copy: "July 27".Reproduction of the original in the British Library

A declaration of his Excellency the Lord Admiral Vantrump,: touching the royal fort of monarchy, the King of Scots, and the D. of York: sent to the King of Denmark, and the Q. of Sweden: with his desires thereupon; his resolution touching England; and the answer of their Royal Highnesses thereunto. The advance of Vantrump towards the Downs; a great victory obtained; the particulars of the fight; and the bloudy proceedings of the Dutch against the English; with their stripping and whipping them; and afterwards washing them with vinegar and salt.

Tromp, Maarten Harpertsz., 1598-1653.

January 1652

8 p.Annotation on Thomason copy: "July 21".Reproduction of the original in the British Library

A declaration of the L. Admiral Vantrump, concerning the King of Scots, and the Parliament of England; published by sound of trumpet throughout his whole navie. With his protestation thereupon; and his preparations and resolution to fight the English navie, either to death or vicotry, and purchase honour and freedome with the price of his bloud. Also, the last engagement of the English and Dutch, and the particulars thereof: with the comming up of Sir George Ayscue to General Blague in the Downs, and their further proceedings and resolutions touching Vantrump and the Navie. Sent in a letter from Captain Tylers ship, the tyger; to a member of the councel of state; and ordered to be published and dispersed throughout the several counties of this nation.

January 1652

8 p.Not in fact by Admiral Tromp.Contains two letters. The first, describing a naval action and Admi...

A Declaration of the present proceedings of the French, Danes, and the Hollanders, touching the King of Scots:: and a new act and proclamation of the states, to all captains, masters, and officers of ships, throughout all harbours, haven-towns, and cinque-ports, within the dominion of the Netherlands: published by sound of trumpet, and beat of drum throughout the United Provinces, for all officers in general to yeeld obedience thereunto, upon pain of death. Together with their orders and instructions to Admiral De Wit. And a letter sent to the Parliament of England from the generals at sea, concerning the transaction, affairs, and engagement of the enemy. Subscribed, Robert Blake, Rich: Dean, Geo: Monck. Published according to order.

Blake, Robert, 1599-1657.
Albemarle, George Monck, Duke of, 1608-1670.
Deane, Richard, 1610-1653.

January 1653

8 p.Annotation on Thomason copy: "March. 4th.".Reproduction of the original in the British Library

The declaration of the Hollanders: concerning their joyning with the Royall Navie, in their present expedition for England, under the command of His Highnesse James Duke of York, Lord High Admirall of the said fleet. And their resolution and protestation thereupon. Likewise, the Prince of Wales his landing in Holland, and the beating up of drums for volunteers in Rotterdam, under the command of the Lord Hopton to assist the King of England. Also, a message sent from the Lord Generall Hambleton, to Major General Lambert, declaring the grounds and reasons of his marching into England, and their resolution to settle the peace of King and Kingdom, according to the Covenant. With Major Generall Lamberts answer thereunto.

Vandelet, J.

January 1648

[2], 6 p."An abstract of the proceedings of the Royall Navie" is signed: J. Vandelet.Annotation on T...

A Declaration of the further proceedings of the English fleet upon the coast of Holland, with their falling upon the strong town of Flushing, the playing of their great ordnance upon the forts and bulworks; the event and success thereof, and the drawing their land forces to the sea-coast. Likewise the blocking up of the Texel, by Vice-Admiral Pen, the taking of the great Admiral, wherein was Vantrump, the plucking down of the Dutch colours, and setting up of the English standard. With the orders of the states of Holland thereupon, published throughout the United Provinces. Together with a narrative of the last great and lamentable fight, and the number killed and taken prisoners on both sides.

January 1653

8 p.Annotation on Thomason copy: "June 9th".Reproduction of the original in the British Library

The last nevves from the King of Scots, concerning his uniting with the Lord Belcarris, and advansing towards the Marquesses of Argile and Huntley, who are raising a new army of redshanks in the north of Scotland, about the Isles of Orkney and the Highlands. Also, the remonstrance and declaration of 11000. Scots, touching their King, and the Parl. of England; and the declaration of James Stuart, (second son to the late King of England) to the English in France. With a great overthrowe given to Prince Ruperts fleet at sea by Captain Pen, Vice-Admiral for the Parliament of England, and the number of ships sunk and taken.

January 1651

[2], 6 p.Annotation on Thomason copy: "Septemb. 29".Reproduction of the original in the British Libr...

A letter sent from the states of Holland to the King of Scots, imploring his personal residence and assistance: with their desires, propositions, engagement, and promise; agreed upon at a general councel held at the Hague, the 23 of this instant July; and presented by the Lord Boretz. Signed, A. Beauchurst. Also, His titular Majesties answer thereunto; and the great preparations at the Hague for his Royal entertainment. With the declaration of Lieut. Col. John Lilburn touching the same. Published throughout the United Provinces.

January 1652

8 p.Annotation on Thomason copy: "July. 27.".Reproduction of the original in the British Library

A great and famous victory obtained by the Parliaments navy near the Isle of VVight, against fifty sail of Hollanders: with the particulars of this great and desparate engagement, the manner of the fight, and the number of ships sunken and taken, and the great loss on both sides. Also the King of Denmarks declaration, touching the Hollanders, the setting forth of his great armado, the drawing down of all his land-forces to the sea-coast; and the Queen of Swedens proclamation, touching the King of Scots, the Parliament of England, and their fleet at Sea. Published according to Order.

January 1652

8 p.Annotation on Thomason copy: "Nouemb. 2".Reproduction of the original in the British Library

The resolution of the Hollanders concerning their fisher-men in the Northern seas; with the peoples arming themselves; their threatning declaration against their magistrates; and Vantrumps returning into the Downs with above a hundred sail, and his design against the English. Also a fight a sea between the English and the Dutch, with the particulars thereof, and the number of ships sunk and taken on both sides. With a full and ample relation of the mischief done by the great fire at Amsterdam. Likewise, the proceedings of the King and Court of France, and the Parliament of Paris: as also the hanging of divers of the Parliaments souldiers in Scotland.

January 1652

8 p.Dated and signed on p.5: Amsterdam, Iuly 19. st:n: 1652. A:R.Annotation on Thomason copy: "July....

A declaration of the high and mighty lords, the States of Holland, concerning the Parliament and common-wealth of England; with their instructions and decree given to the Lord High-Admiral Vantrump, for the taking of all English and Scottish ships: and his resolution to fight it out to the last man, against all those who shall engage against them: together with the advancing of the King of Scots standard; his royal message to 7 Chrisitan kings and princes: and L. Col. Lilburns letter to the Lord Gen. Cromwel.

United Provinces of the Netherlands. Staten Generaal.

January 1652

8 p.Annotation on Thomason copy: "Aprill 5".Reproduction of the original in the British Library

A declaration of the Hollanders touching the late King, and the commonwealth of England: with the granting forth new letters of mart by the States General against all English ships whatsoever: and the beating and reviling of divers English gentlemen at the Hague. Also the motion of the Dutch fleet Northwards with an hundred and seven sail of men of war, to find out the English navy; their taking of two English ships, and burning another near Scarborough. Likewise, the condition of affairs in France, and the taking of two hundred men and horse of the Prince of Conde's forces, near St. Clow: with the march of General Thurenne against the Spanish army.

January 1652

8 p.Annotation on Thomason copy: "July. 23".Reproduction of the original in the British Library

The Declaration of the states of Holland, concerning the King of Scots; with the chusing of the Duke of York, the Lord Craven, and Maj. Gen. Massey, Captain-Generals, by the English, French, and Dutch; and the resolution of Vantrump concerning the L. of Newport, and the L. Catz; together with his orders and instructions to all the Court of Admiralties, for the setting forth all shipping fit for service, and each captain and commander to cut his way through the English fleet. Also, a diurnal of the Dutch occurrences; and their making ready all the sluces.

January 1653

8 p.Annotation on Thomason copy: "June 16".Reproduction of the original in the British Library

The declaration of the Hollanders concerning, the English fleet now under the command of General Blake; with the rising of the people against their magistrates, and declaring for a war with England: and the States proclamation, prohibiting all merchants and sea-men to touch upon the English coasts. Also, Vantrumps putting forth to sea with one hundred and seven men of war, and his orders and instructions given to the captains of his fleet. Likewise, the state of affairs in France, and declaring of the citizens of Paris rebels and traytors, by the King and councel. Together with the proceedings of the Parliaments forces in Ireland: sent in several letters from divers personages of honour to certain member of the Councel of State.

January 1652

8 p.Annotation on Thomason copy: "July. 9th.".Reproduction of the original in the British Library

The great preparation made in Holland, for the King of Scots, going into Scotland.: Also the D. of Buckingham, M. Hamilton, and the E. of Newcastle, to be sent embassadors into Germany, Sweden, and Denmark; with the large promises of Col. Massey, and Ald. Bunce, to the foresaid King. Together, with a great fight at sea, between the English and French; where (after two days and nights dispute) the French Admiral (and 300 men) was taken, with 50 guns, 100 barrels of powder, and great store of ammunition.

T. S.

January 1650

[2], 6 p.Signed: T.S.Annotation on Thomason copy: "June 12th".Reproduction of the original in the Br...

A letter sent from his excellency Generall Blake to the King of Denmark touching the Dutch fleet now in the sound; and his desires and proposals unto him, and the rising of the Danes in arms to prevent the landing of any enemy. Also a full relation of the last great sea-fight between the English and the Dutch, and the number sunk and taken. With the taking of an 100 fishermen, and the Hollanders fortifying themselves in Bressies Bay in Scotland. Likewise, the proceedings of Sir George Ascues fleet, his motion westward and his design therein, with the councel of states letter to him with joyfull news from China, and the Christian faith, by many both of the nobility and commonalty there.

January 1652

8 p.Annotation on Thomason copy: "July 27".Reproduction of the original in the British Library

A declaration of his Excellency the Lord Admiral Vantrump,: touching the royal fort of monarchy, the King of Scots, and the D. of York: sent to the King of Denmark, and the Q. of Sweden: with his desires thereupon; his resolution touching England; and the answer of their Royal Highnesses thereunto. The advance of Vantrump towards the Downs; a great victory obtained; the particulars of the fight; and the bloudy proceedings of the Dutch against the English; with their stripping and whipping them; and afterwards washing them with vinegar and salt.

Tromp, Maarten Harpertsz., 1598-1653.

January 1652

8 p.Annotation on Thomason copy: "July 21".Reproduction of the original in the British Library

A declaration of the L. Admiral Vantrump, concerning the King of Scots, and the Parliament of England; published by sound of trumpet throughout his whole navie. With his protestation thereupon; and his preparations and resolution to fight the English navie, either to death or vicotry, and purchase honour and freedome with the price of his bloud. Also, the last engagement of the English and Dutch, and the particulars thereof: with the comming up of Sir George Ayscue to General Blague in the Downs, and their further proceedings and resolutions touching Vantrump and the Navie. Sent in a letter from Captain Tylers ship, the tyger; to a member of the councel of state; and ordered to be published and dispersed throughout the several counties of this nation.

January 1652

8 p.Not in fact by Admiral Tromp.Contains two letters. The first, describing a naval action and Admi...

A Declaration of the present proceedings of the French, Danes, and the Hollanders, touching the King of Scots:: and a new act and proclamation of the states, to all captains, masters, and officers of ships, throughout all harbours, haven-towns, and cinque-ports, within the dominion of the Netherlands: published by sound of trumpet, and beat of drum throughout the United Provinces, for all officers in general to yeeld obedience thereunto, upon pain of death. Together with their orders and instructions to Admiral De Wit. And a letter sent to the Parliament of England from the generals at sea, concerning the transaction, affairs, and engagement of the enemy. Subscribed, Robert Blake, Rich: Dean, Geo: Monck. Published according to order.

Blake, Robert, 1599-1657.
Albemarle, George Monck, Duke of, 1608-1670.
Deane, Richard, 1610-1653.

January 1653

8 p.Annotation on Thomason copy: "March. 4th.".Reproduction of the original in the British Library

The declaration of the Hollanders: concerning their joyning with the Royall Navie, in their present expedition for England, under the command of His Highnesse James Duke of York, Lord High Admirall of the said fleet. And their resolution and protestation thereupon. Likewise, the Prince of Wales his landing in Holland, and the beating up of drums for volunteers in Rotterdam, under the command of the Lord Hopton to assist the King of England. Also, a message sent from the Lord Generall Hambleton, to Major General Lambert, declaring the grounds and reasons of his marching into England, and their resolution to settle the peace of King and Kingdom, according to the Covenant. With Major Generall Lamberts answer thereunto.

Vandelet, J.

January 1648

[2], 6 p."An abstract of the proceedings of the Royall Navie" is signed: J. Vandelet.Annotation on T...

A Declaration of the further proceedings of the English fleet upon the coast of Holland, with their falling upon the strong town of Flushing, the playing of their great ordnance upon the forts and bulworks; the event and success thereof, and the drawing their land forces to the sea-coast. Likewise the blocking up of the Texel, by Vice-Admiral Pen, the taking of the great Admiral, wherein was Vantrump, the plucking down of the Dutch colours, and setting up of the English standard. With the orders of the states of Holland thereupon, published throughout the United Provinces. Together with a narrative of the last great and lamentable fight, and the number killed and taken prisoners on both sides.

January 1653

8 p.Annotation on Thomason copy: "June 9th".Reproduction of the original in the British Library

The last nevves from the King of Scots, concerning his uniting with the Lord Belcarris, and advansing towards the Marquesses of Argile and Huntley, who are raising a new army of redshanks in the north of Scotland, about the Isles of Orkney and the Highlands. Also, the remonstrance and declaration of 11000. Scots, touching their King, and the Parl. of England; and the declaration of James Stuart, (second son to the late King of England) to the English in France. With a great overthrowe given to Prince Ruperts fleet at sea by Captain Pen, Vice-Admiral for the Parliament of England, and the number of ships sunk and taken.

January 1651

[2], 6 p.Annotation on Thomason copy: "Septemb. 29".Reproduction of the original in the British Libr...

A letter sent from the states of Holland to the King of Scots, imploring his personal residence and assistance: with their desires, propositions, engagement, and promise; agreed upon at a general councel held at the Hague, the 23 of this instant July; and presented by the Lord Boretz. Signed, A. Beauchurst. Also, His titular Majesties answer thereunto; and the great preparations at the Hague for his Royal entertainment. With the declaration of Lieut. Col. John Lilburn touching the same. Published throughout the United Provinces.

January 1652

8 p.Annotation on Thomason copy: "July. 27.".Reproduction of the original in the British Library

A great and famous victory obtained by the Parliaments navy near the Isle of VVight, against fifty sail of Hollanders: with the particulars of this great and desparate engagement, the manner of the fight, and the number of ships sunken and taken, and the great loss on both sides. Also the King of Denmarks declaration, touching the Hollanders, the setting forth of his great armado, the drawing down of all his land-forces to the sea-coast; and the Queen of Swedens proclamation, touching the King of Scots, the Parliament of England, and their fleet at Sea. Published according to Order.

January 1652

8 p.Annotation on Thomason copy: "Nouemb. 2".Reproduction of the original in the British Library

The resolution of the Hollanders concerning their fisher-men in the Northern seas; with the peoples arming themselves; their threatning declaration against their magistrates; and Vantrumps returning into the Downs with above a hundred sail, and his design against the English. Also a fight a sea between the English and the Dutch, with the particulars thereof, and the number of ships sunk and taken on both sides. With a full and ample relation of the mischief done by the great fire at Amsterdam. Likewise, the proceedings of the King and Court of France, and the Parliament of Paris: as also the hanging of divers of the Parliaments souldiers in Scotland.

January 1652

8 p.Dated and signed on p.5: Amsterdam, Iuly 19. st:n: 1652. A:R.Annotation on Thomason copy: "July....

Abstract

Extracted data

Abstract

Extracted data

Related items

Related items