Folio 73. Translated copy of the Resolution of His Catholic Majesty given to the...

Folio 73. Translated copy of the Resolution of His Catholic Majesty given to the Envoy of the English King, Count Schonenberg by the Constable of Castile. In considering to whom the post of Governor of the Low Countries should be given, the Spanish King is assured that the King of Great Britain is motivated only by the public interest, and he knows the friendship he bears to Spain; while recognising the merits of the Elector of Bavaria proposed for this post and the union of blood and interests his appointment would bring about, the fact that the Elector is currently engaged in the war in Italy - the duration of which is uncertain and for which he is so important - does not permit the Spanish King to appoint him at this time. Further reasons are added, including the need to maintain someone of the Elector's standing appropriately in Flanders. Reassures the English King that as regards the means and assistance to support the government appointment in dealing with urgent requirements of the war, they are working with the greatest effort and diligence for the 'Common Cause'.