History of England During the Reign of George the Third Volume 1 (Paperback)

This historic book may have numerous typos and missing text. Purchasers can download a free scanned copy of the original book (without typos) from the publisher. Not indexed. Not illustrated. 1863 edition. Excerpt: ... Nothing as yet disclosed to the House proved the motives on which his advice for an immediate war with Spain was founded. He hoped the post would not depart without one word from ministers in favour of carrying on the war in Germany. How could they advise vigour in the speech from the throne, and yet be silent when vigorous measures were assailed. He had been robbed of his sleep for many days, and should be robbed of his honour if the troops were recalled from Germany. The war in Germany prevented invasion. The way to peace was not to lessen our exertions. England was equal to both wars, the American and the German; if carried on, nothing but conquest would follow; but if we abandoned our allies, God would abandon us. Were we to lose the fruit of our efforts which we had spent a hundred millions to obtain, rather than spend twelve more? The man who could give such advice was only fit to stand behind a counter. America had been conquered in Germany. Prince Ferdinand had been the saviour of Europe, and had shattered the military power of France. It was not from what had been said against the German war, but from what had not been said for it, that he augured ill for England. Government, he hoped, would in time lay open the proceedings of Spain. Let Parliament see the whole negociation, let them see his patience and long-suffering. He had stated his opinion in writing lest false whispers, from those who ought to be above such underhand malice, might prejudice him in the eyes of his countrymen. From delicacy rather than positive duty, he would not divulge what had passed; nay, he would persuade gentlemen not to be too fastidious in their criticisms on the treasury and the budget. As to the fisheries (Beckford had dwelt on this point), he had been...