Catalogue description LORD WYLLUGHBY to the STATES GENERAL.

--Points demanded before the English troops march for the aid of Berck, &c.

1. As eight companies are not sufficient for the protection of Bergen [op Zoom] and a good number of men are now to be withdrawn for the above mentioned service, he desires that an act be given him, saving him harmless in case any disaster should ensue.

2. As the States General have granted Ambassador Norreys six hundred horse and two thousand foot from the "succours" of her Majesty, and that without his Lordship's knowledge, he demands (in case he should have to employ any of these troops), an act stating that it is by express order of the States General, and that he is to be held excused to her Majesty if the number be lessened or the men and horses harassed, and also if they are not ready to embark on the day appointed by the said Ambassador.

3. His Lordship desires copies of the replies and acts given by the States General to Sir John Norreys, upon the negotiations carried on with him upon his propositions, with explanations how their resolutions are to be understood.

4. And lastly his Lordship expects that the men going on the said service shall be commanded only by himself and the Sieur de Villiers, the Marshal legitimately appointed by those who have authority to do so.