| Description Of Item | He writes that although he never served in the Garde du Corps he had heard of Hamilton's grandfather's name. Although the name does not appear in the Royal Almanack it might appear in the army register to which he does not have access. He explains that titles were not the preserve of the peerage but were attributed to the nobility by birth and fortune. He goes on to explain the system introduced by Napoleon and the Bourbon invitation to resume titles which he did not accept. He goes on to write that the Company of Beaveau is now commanded by the Duke de Mouchy (Noailles) and suggests that Hamilton send him a letter for the Duke which he would send on. |