Col Grosvenor to his brother George "... men are shipinge over, both horse and foote, but whome wee are to affright with it, I knowe not. Mutch provissyon for horse and man is (as many say) gon over with a large artillery. Reports are varyous whether Luxenb' have withdrawn and united his blockads or not, but some fanattickly talke that the prince of Br. was to blame that he did not pursue his advantage. Others judge he did enuff to gaine applause and interest amongst the people. Tis still stoutly affirmd that Hide is gon Over (and yt is true) with a prospect of peace ... with the Dutch and Spanyards and roome for the Jermans if they please ..." 17 Aug 1678