Folios 276-279. Letter dated at the camp of Drongen from Maximilian Emmanuel, Elector...

Folios 276-279. Letter dated at the camp of Drongen from Maximilian Emmanuel, Elector of Bavaria, to the King. Encloses a letter from the Governor of Brussels, from which the King will see that there is still much reason to fear that the enemy have designs on Charleroi. Their army is on the march, and is divided into three parts which are commanded by the Duke of Villeroy (with whom is the House of the King), the Duke Du Maine (with whom are all the cavalry) and Marshall de Luxemburg. The writer may have occasion to march also and will pass Ghent with his infantry. Has also had a conference with the generals, and will send the King their views later. Queries whether the Duke of Leinster should defer the embarkation of his troops until the enemy's movements are known with more certainty, and asks the King to let him know his orders on the matter. Has written to General Fleming giving him various directions, including that in the event that Charleroi was besieged he should advance to Tirlemont where he could communicate with him about joining together. Wishes to have the King's orders, in writing, on various matters. Refers to bad news from the Upper Rhine. Has communicated the King's decision with regard to the command of the right wing to the Prince of Hanover, who appears dissatisfied with it. Has had advices from the Governor of Oudenarde which he encloses.