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Cotton MS Vespasian F VII
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- Cotton MS Vespasian F VII
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- Records and correspondence (all originals) concerning England and Scotland, 1296–1547, including the renunciation of fealty by John Balliol, king of Scots (1292–1296; d. 1313), to King Edward I of England (1272–1307), 1296 (f. 42); instructions sent by Humphrey, duke of Gloucester (d. 1447), to John Scrope, Lord Scrope of Masham (d. 1455), 1430 (f. 48); letter of Mary, queen of Scots (1542–1567; d. 1587), 1547 (f. 73); early modern list of contents (ff. 126–130)
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Codex membran. et chartac. in folio, constans foliis 121.
[See Stevenson's Illustrations of Scottish History]
- 1. Rotulus de munitionibus castrorum Scotiae: being a table, or tariff, of the pay of certain chiefs and their men on the borders of Scotland. (Lat. on vellum.) 29 Edw. III. 1355. 1.
- 2. Orders for the government of Scotland, given by the K. of England (Edw. I?) before his departure, by the advice of the good people of Scotland. (Fr. on vellum.) 1296? 2.
- 3. Treaty for the delivery of David Bruce K. of Scotland, by Edw. III. (Fr. an incorrect copy, on vellum. vid. Rym. V. 399.) Westminst. Oct. 5, 1354. 3.
- 4. Hugh le Despencer, to John Jugge, his viscount (sheriff?) of Glamorgan; about the payment of divers sums; acquaints him that the K. (Edw. II.) had besieged Berwick, but had been obliged to leave it in order to repel an inroad of the Scots; gives orders for the defence of his castles, &c. (Fr. on vellum.) Newcastle, Sept. 21, 1319. 5.
- 5. Archibald de Douglas, to Edward III; about postponing the day of a truce between himself and lord Percy. (Lat. on vellum.) Bentisle in Galwydia (Galloway) Aug. 1, 1332? 6.
- 6. Edward III? to some commander at sea; ordering him to do all the damage he can to the Scots. (Fr. on vellum.) Rockingham, Aug. 25, 1332? 6.
- 7. On the wars concerning the superiority of England over Scotland; being a statement of the justice, necessity, utility, &c. of those wars: seemingly communicated to the Pope in consequence of some transactions in the Parliament at York. 6 Edw. III. (Lat. on vellum; the beginning wanting.) 1332? 7. b.
- 8. Instructions d'Ecosse, et lettres envoyées pour garder les treves: being instructions for a truce or agreement between England and Scotland, seemingly in consequence of the treaty of Lenlingham concluded between England and France. Jan. 26, 1384. (vid. Rym. VII. 418. Fr. on vellum.) 1384? 9.
- 9. Two letters; the first [pr. by Stevenson] concerning the great preparations made by France in favour of David Bruce, dated York, June 19; and the second containing a journal of Edw. III. his expedition as far as Aberdeen. (Lat. on vellum.) Pontefract, Aug. 2, [York, Aug. 3.] 1336. 10. b.
- 10. A list of soldiers in the pay of Edw. III. at Berwick, Ao XII. 1338? 12. b.
- 11. An historical deduction, concerning the independence of the kings of Scotland; addressed to a king of England (Edw. II.) (Fr. on vellum.) 1301? 14. b.
- 12. A short statement of the claim of the Scots to independence; with an appeal to the Pope. (Fr. on vellum.) 1301? 16.
- 13. James of Douglas, warden of the Marches, to Richard II; justifying the taking on Berwick by the Scots, alledging the hostilities previously committed by the English: probably after the truce of Ayton. (vid. Rym. VII. 434. Original.) Edinb. July 26, 1384? [pr. in Excerpta Hist. p. 143.] 17. b.
- 14. Henry IV. apprizes his council of a defeat of the Scots; of their return upon Carlisle, and threats of coming in great force: he charges the council to obviate this danger. (Fr.) Hareburgh (Harborough?) June 30, 1402. 18. b.
- 15. Henry IV; [V] instructions to Ralph E. of Westmorland, to treat for the ransom of Murdoc of Fife, eldest son to the duke of Albany. (Fr.) June 18, 1402. [1415] [v. art. 129] 19.
- 16. Hen. IV; instructions for a negociation for a truce, from which eventually the Welch were to be excluded. (Fr. a fragment.) June 18, 1402? 20.
- 17. Hen. IV? concerning a general truce with Scotland. (Fr. a fragment.) June 18, 1402? 21.
- 18. Geo. Dunbar, E. of March, to Hen. IV; complains of the D. of Rothsay, son of K. Robert III. having married a second wife, after being previously married to his daughter; and offers to come over to Henry. (Original.) Dunbar, Feb. 18, 1400. 22.
- 19. The E. of Northumberland (Hen. Hotspur?) to the Privy Council; requiring payment of his, and his son's services. (Orig. Fr.) Newcastle, May 30, 1403. 23.
- 20. Henry IV, to his Privy Council; notifies his having seized several of the E. of Northumberland's castles. (Orig. Fr.) Warkworth, July 2, 1403. 24.
- 21. The E. of Northumberland, to Hen. IV; requiring money for himself and his son. (Orig. Fr.) June 26, 1403. 25.
- 22. Robt. Stuart D. of Albany (brother to Robt. III. K. of Sc.) to Hen. IV. of Engl. requires restitution of a ship taken by the English. (Orig. Lat) Stirling, Jan. 10, 1405. 26.
- 23. Henry VI; instructions of his council to his ambassadors, to treat with Scottish ambassadors for the release of James I. (Lat.) Feb. 1423. 27.
- 24. Richard II; instructions to his ambassadors to treat with the Scots, concerning some attempts against a late truce. (Fr. on vellum.) Westminster, May 27, 1390? [Pr. Privy Council i. 27] 29.
- 25. Richard II; instructions for a treaty with the Scotland. N. B. The king and nobility of Scotland are here required to do homage to England. (Fr. on vellum.) Feb. 11, 1394? 30.
- 26. A treaty between England, Scotland, France, Castile, Portugal, &c. (Lat. and Fr.on vellum.) Edinb. Jan. 3, 1384. 31.
- 27. Richard II; instructions to G. Heron and J. Mitford, sent to treat with Robert III. K. of Sc. (conf. Rym. VII. 675. Fr. on vellum.) Dec. 1390? [Pr. Privy Council i. 33] 33.
- 28. Robert II. K. of Sc. to Richard II. K. of Eng. about settling a place for commissioners to meet at, in order to treat concerning a truce. (Fr. on vellum.) Edinb. Nov. 26, 1380? 33.
- 29. James Douglas, 2d E. of Douglas and E. of Marr, to Rich. II? about John Mercer, a Scottish subject, having been detained by the E. of Northumberland; demanding his release, and that he may be tried at the next law-day of the Marches. (Fr.) Nov. 16, 1384? 34.
- 30. Robert II, to Rich. II; about the place of meeting for commissioners, and various outrages against the truce. (Fr. on vellum.) Edinb. Jan. 7. 35.
- 31. Robert III, to the D. of Lancaster; notifies his acceptance of his comprehension in the treaty of Lenlingham; and desires a safe-conduct for his ambassadors to come and ratify the same: Heron and Mitford mentioned. (conf. Rym. VII. 710. 714. Fr. on vellum.) Edinb. June 28, 1392? 36.
- 32. Robert III. K. of Sc. to Richard II; about a meeting for settling a truce. (conf. Rym. VII. p. 710. Fr. on vellum.) Edinb. May 25, 1392. 36.
- 33. Robert III. to Rich. II. on the same aubject. (Lat. on vellum.) Glasgow, Mar. 13, 1392. 37.
- 34. Robert III, to Rich. II: concerning a place of meeting for settling a truce. (Fr. on vellum.) Edinb. Mar. 29, 1392? 37.
- 35. Robert III? K. of Sc. to Rich II. concerning a truce, and demanding redress for some attempts. (Fr. on vellum.) Edinb. May 28. 38.
- 36. Annabella Q. of Sc. (wife to Robt. III.) to Richard II; desiring a treaty for an intended marriage between a child of her's, and some relation of Richard's, might be put off on account of K. Robt's. absence. (Fr. on vellum.) Edinb. May 28. 38.
- 37. Annabella Q. of Sc. to Richard II; on the same subject as the above. (Fr. on vellum.) Dumfermling, Aug. 1.) 39.
- 38. A deed by which the K. of Eng. (Hen. IV.) allows Geo. Dunbar E. of March, certain sums and stipends for his allegiance. (Fr. on vellum.) [Bentley's Excerpta Historica p. 386.] 39.
- 39. The E. of Northumberland (Hen. Hostspur?) to the E. of Carryck, son to Robt. II. K. of Sc? about adjourning a law-day of the Marches. (Fr.) London, Oct. 17. 39.
- 40. Robert III? to Richard II; about a meeting concerning a truce, and complaints about trespasses. (Fr. on vellum.) Edinb. Sept. 21. 40.
- 41. Richard II? his appointment of a bishop to attend a law-day on the East Marches. (Fr. on vellum.) Windsor, July 31. 40.
- 42. John Baliol K. of Sc. his deed renouncing his homage to Edw. I. (vid. Rym. II. p. 707. Lat. on vellum.) Berwick, April 5, 1296. 41.
- 43. Robert Nevill Bp. of Durham and two other commissioners to James II? K. of Soct. about keeping peace and law-days upon the borders. (On vellum.) Warkworth, Aug. 23, 1451? 42.
- 44. Henry VI; instructions to the Bp. of Durham, the E. of Salisbury and seven others, his ambassadors, to treat with the ambassadors of the K. of Sc. (James I.) about the matter of peace; a marriage mentioned. conf. VII. 57. (On vellum.) Westm. Feb. 16, 1434. 43.
- 45. An instrument containing reciprocal promises and protestations concerning a truce with Scotland. (vid. Rym. XI. 244. Lat. and Eng. on vellum.) Durham, Nov. 14, 1449. 44.
- 46. An indenture of a truce between the plenipotentiaries of Henry VI. and James II. (vid. Rym. X. 688. Lat. on vellum.) London, March 31, 1438. 45.
- 47. A fragment of a consultation concerning war or truce betwixt England and Scotland. (On vellum.) 1436? 47.
- 48. Henry VI; instructions to the bishops of Durham, Norwich, and Carlisle, and Ld. Fitzhugh, sent to the Marches of Scot. to treat about the redress of grievances, and a truce. (On vellum.) Westm. Feb. 5, 1436. 48.
- 49. Articles of misrule on the East Marches of Scotland, to be shewed on behalf of the K. of Scots, by Dragon poursuivant, to the K. of England. (On vellum.) Edinburgh, Jan. 20, 1432? 49.
- 50. Henry VI; answer of his council to the articles declared by Mr. Tho. Roulle, sent by the K. of Sc. concerning the release of hostages, and the redress of attempts. (On vellum.) 1433. 50.
- 51. Henry VI; his council's instructions to sir John Bertram, concerning the redress of attempts on the borders, in consequence of Tho. Roulle's remonstrances; and an order in French to sire de Dacre and sire de Faukenberg, to continue on the borders and see to their tranquillity. (On vellum.) Westm. July 26, 1433. 51.
- 52. Henry VI. an order of his council for permitting certain Scottish hostages to return to Scotland. (Lat. on vellum.) Canterb. March 8, 1427? 52.
- 53. Henry VI; his council's answers to the articles exhibited by Tho. Roulle on the part of Scotland. (On vellum.) Westm. July 23, 1433. 53.
- 54. Henry VI; another answer in his name to articles exhibited by Tho. Roulle. (Lat. a corrected draught.) 1430? or 1433. 54.
- 55. Henry VI; instructions given by his council to Garter K. of arms, sent to the K. of Scots.; also with answers to T. Roulle's articles. Canterb. Mar. 12, 1433? 55.
- 56. Henry VI; instructions of his council, concerning several injuries committed be sea and land. (A part of a corrected draught.) Feb. 1, 1434. 57.
- 57. Henry VI; his credence to Mr. Stephen Wilton, sent to Scotland about an intended marriage between Hen. and a daughter of James I. Feb. 7, 1434. 58. b.
- 58. Henry VI; answers made in his name to divers articles exhibited by the Scots, concerning hostages, seizures, &c. (A draught.) 59.
- 59. A list of castles to be surrendered by the E. of Northumberland, and to whom they are to be delivered; also some notes about affairs of the borders. 1404? 61.
- 60. Several articles of advice proposed to the king (Hen. IV.) and council, and prince John warden of the East Marches, about the government and security of those parts. 62.
- 61. Henry IV, to Robt. D. of Albany regent of Scotland, about the appointment of commissioners to treat of peace. (conf. Rym. VIII. 609. Fr.) St. Albans, Nov. 14, 1410. 63.
- 62. The E. of Westmorland (Ralph Nevill) instructions to the sire de Say; concerning some matters relating to the borders, and the E. of Northumb. to be declared to the king, (Hen. IV.) (Fr. on vellum.) 1404. 63.
- 63. Orders about reinforcements to be sent to the East and West Marches of Scotland. (Fr. on vellum.) Durham, 1401? 64.
- 64. Henry IV, to the mayor, bailiffs, &c. of Lenne; ordering them to send ships and provisions to Tinmouth and Shields, to assist in his northern expedition: and on the back a draught of an order to the constable of Dover, and warden of the Cinque Ports, to send him 20 ships. (Fr. a corrected draught on vellum.) Westm. July 12, 1400. 64.
- 65. Henry IV, to the E. of Westmorland; directions for treating with Geo. Dunbar E. of March. (Fr. on vellum.) May 14, 1400. 65.
- 66. The E. of Northumb. and the Bp. of Durham, to the E. of Westmorland and others of the king's council; signifying the D. of Rothsay's desire to have a meeting, &c. (Fr.) 1401? 65.
- 67. Henry IV; an order addressed to the chancellor for the payment of the troops on the Marches. (Fr. on vellum.) 1400. 66.
- 68. Robert III, to the D. of Lancaster; about a meeting concerning affairs of the borders. Lynlythen, Nov. 2, 1399. 66.
- 69. A report made by sire de Furnival, and sent up as a credence by sire de Say, stating the transaction, at a meeting at Durham concerning the surrender of the castles of the E. of Northd. and of their garrisons to the king. (Fr. on vellum.) 1404? 67.
- 70. Robert III, to Henry IV; referring him to David Fleming for some particular information. (Lat. on vellum.) Lithai, Aug. 25, 1404? 68.
- 71. David prince of Scotland and E. of Carryck, son to K. Robert III, to the E. of Lancaster; promising to exert himself in a matter explained by the Bp. of St. Andrews. (Fr. original, with some remains of a seal.) Melross, Mar. 17, 1398? 68.
- 72. Mary Q. of Sc. a letter of trade to some person whose name is left blank. (An original, on vellum, with a seal appendant; and countersigned James, being the earl of Arran, regent.) Edinburgh, Jan. 21, 1546-7. 69.
- 73. The E. of Northumberland and Henry Percy his son; report to the king various things relating to the state of the borders, and desiring orders. (Fr. on vellum.) 1401? 70.
- 74. Short answers to nine articles, concerning armaments. (Fr. on vellum.) 1403? 71.
- 75. An indenture between Henry IV. and Edward E. of Rutland; stipulating the service the E. is to render the K. on his expedition into Scotland. (Fr. on vellum.) 1400? 72.
- 76. An order of Privy Council, exempting the servants of Q. Isabella from attending K. Hen. IV. on his expedition into Scotland. (Fr. on vellum.) June 15, 1400. 73.
- 77. Robert III, to the D. of Lancaster, (afterwards Hen. IV.) promising to send a commission for ratifying a late truce. (Fr. on vellum.) Lithkw. Oct. 6, 1399. 73.
- 78. John the king's son, (D. of Bedford) his remonstrance to K. Henry IV. concerning the distressed state of the king's people on the East Marches, chiefly the city of Berwick. (Fr. on vellum.) 1409? 74.
- 79. Henry IV, to Robert III; promising to send commissioners to a meeting on the borders. (Fr. on vellum.) 1399. 76.
- 80. John (D. of Bedford?) to Henry IV; concerning negociations with the Scots, and the D. of Albany, about a prorogation of truce. (Fr. on vellum.) London, March 2, 1407? 76.
- 81. Robert Stuart D. of Albany, to Henry IV; thanks for civilities, particularly to his nephew the E. of Marr. (Lat. on vellum.) Perth, Nov. 4, 1407. 77.
- 82. Robert III, to Henry IV; concerning some delays in a meeting at Haudenstank for settling a truce. (Fr. on vellum.) Lithgw, March 14, 1400. 77.
- 83. Henry IV; instructions to the E. of Westmorland and the abbot of Alnwick, for treating with the E. of March. (conf. Rym. VIII. 133. Fr. on vellum.) Westm. March 13, 1400. 78.
- 84. Henry IV, to the treasurer, barons, &c. of his exchequer; an order for the payment of troops on the East and West Marches. (Fr. on vellum.) 1400? 79.
- 85. Henry IV, his ordinance for the defence of the East and West Marches. (Fr. on vellum.) 1400? 79.
- 86. Henry IV, to Robert III? about sending commissioners for receiving the reciprocal confirmations of a truce. (Fr. on vellum.) 1400? 80.
- 87. An indenture between Henry IV. on one part, and Ld. Grey and sir Steph. le Scroop on the other, by which the two latter undertake the custody of Roxborough castle. (Fr. on vellum.) Dec. 14, 1400. 81.
- 88. Instructions for appointing the place and time of a meeting for a treaty with Scotland. (Fr. on vellum.) 1400? 82.
- 89. David Flemyng de Bygar, to Henry IV; remonstrances about a ship being taken by the English, notwithstanding the late truce. Combyrnalde, Jan. 10, 1405. 82.
- 90. Henry IV; his instructions to the Bps. of Bangor and Carlise, the earls of Northumb. and Westm. and Henry Percy, to treat with Scottish commissioners concerning a peace. (Fr. on vellum.) 1401? 83.
- 91. Henry IV. to the E. of Douglas; signifying his readiness to send commissioners for the ratification of a truce concluded at Kemelspeth, which Douglas complained the E. of Northd. had infringed, whilst Hen. asserts that Douglas had been the aggressor. (Fr. on vellum.) 1400? 84.
- 92. Preliminary points to be determined towards a treaty with Scotland. (Fr. on vellum.) 1400? 85.
- 93. Henry IV, to the D. of Albany; concerning a meeting to be held for a prolongation of truce, and redress of grievances. (Lat. on vellum.) Ao 8. Hen. IV. 1407. vel 8. 85.
- 94. Henry IV; instructions to John (D. of Bedford) his son, and others; for treating concerning a truce with Scotland. (conf. Rym. VIII. 678. Fr. on vellum.) Beauregar, April 1, 1411. 86.
- 95. Sir Wm. de Clifford; demanding of K. Henry IV. payment of the garrison of Berwick, and the pardon of Henry Percy; whose wardship he also desires. (On vellum.) 1404. 86.
- 96. Henry IV; his commission to Gerard Heron and others, for confirming a truce with Scotland; and declaring that of the Scots refuse to ratify the same, he will make war on them. (Fr. on vellum.) 1400? 87.
- 97. John (son to K. Hen. IVth) his remonstrance to the king and council, concerning the necessities on the East Marches. (Fr. on vellum.) 1406? 87.
- 98. Th. (Fitz-Alan) Archbp. of Canterbury, to Henry IV; promising to proceed with all speed in the affairs of a truce with Scotland, and the surrender of the spurious K. Richard. (Lat.) Cantuar. March 23, 1407. 88.
- 99. Richard II; instructions given to Nic. Dagworth and others, to treat with Scottish commissioners in consequence of the last treaty of Lenlingham. (conf. the commission, Rym. VII. 650. Fr.) Dec. 20, 1389. 88. b.
- 100. Henry IV, to Robert III; notifies his having ordered commissioners to treat of a truce, although great outrages had been committed by the sons of the Scottish wardens. (Fr.) 1399. 89.
- 101. Henry IV; instructions to Emond Bugge to treat with the D. of Albany, concerning the surrender of Archdeac. Douglas into the king's custody; the ransom of Murdoc of Fife, son to Albany; a truce; and a project of a marriage between John son to Henry IV. and a daughter of the duke. (On vellum.) Westm. Jan. 25, 1409-10. 90.
- 102. Henry IV, to his Privy Council; directing them to issue orders for a levy of provisions, &c. and, the Scots having offered peace, to search in the treasury for the records of the peace of Edw. III. (Fr.) July 4? 1400. 91.
- 103. Henry IV; an order to the city of London to send provisions to Tinmouth, &c. (Fr. on vellum.) Westm. July 12, 1400. 92.
- 104. Henry IV; a proclamation of pardon to the rebels of Cheshire, and of favour if they will behave well. (Fr.) 1400? 92.
- 105. Henry IV; instructions to sir Hen. Ftizhugh and others, concerning their negociations with the Scots. (conf. their commission, Rym. VIII. 630. Fr.) April, 1410. 93.
- 106. An indenture betwixt English and Scottish commissioners, settling a day and place for a treaty of peace, and agreeing on a temporary truce. Reewele, Jan. 27. 1409-10. 95.
- 107. John, of Lancaster? (afterwards D. of Bedford) to Henry IV. his father; informs him of a meeting between the E. of Northumbd, and some Scots at Berwick. (Fr.) Durham, June 9, 1406. 95.
- 108. Henry Bowet Bp. of Bath, the E. of Westmorld. and sir H. Fitzhugh, to Henry IV; report that they had repaired to Haudenstank, but that no Scottish commissioners had appeared there. (conf. instruct. Rym. VIII. 384. Fr.) Morpeth, March 26, 1405. 96.
- 109. Christine, wife of George Dunbar 11th E. of March, to Henry IV; craves assistance for discharging her debts, and laments the hatred she has incurred since the death of sir Henry Percy, killed at Shrewsbury, 1403. (conf. Rym. VIII. 323. Fr.) 1404. 96.
- 110. John (son to Hen. IV.) to the Privy Seal; representing the dangerous state of the East Marches for want of provisions and pay. (Fr.) Warkworth, Nov. 26, 1407. 97.
- 111. John, to his father Hen. IV; on the folorn sate of the East Marches. (Fr.) Warkworth, Nov. 26, 1407. 98.
- 112. John, to his father Hen. IV; reports that the castles of Scarborough, Whitby, and Hartlepool, will not surrender without the K.'s special command, their keepers considering them as their fees, and he not having sufficient force to compel them. (Fr.) Warkworth, Nov. 26, 1407. 99.
- 113. John, (son to Hen. IV.) to the Privy Council; earnestly desiring supplies of money and provisions for Berwick and the East Marches. (Fr.) Warkworth, Nov. 28, 1407. 100.
- 114. Robert D. of Albany, to Henry IV; thanks him foir his good treatment of Murdoc his (Albany's) son, and the favourable audiences given to Rothsay herald. (Fr.) Falkland, June 2, 1405. 101.
- 115. George de Dunbar (E. of March) to Henry IV; lamenting that he cannot come to his presence. (Fr.) Somerton, Aug. 18, 1405. 101.
- 116. Robert III, to Henry IV; complains that some Englishmen had seized a merchantman of St. Andrews. (Fr.) Stirling, Jan. 10, 1404-5. 102.
- 117. Henry (Wardlow) Bp. of St. Andrews, to Henry IV; complains of the seizure of the abovementioned ship. (Lat.) St. Andrews, Jan. 10, 1404-5. 102.
- 118. David Lindsay E. of Crawford, to Henry IV; concerning the seizure of the same ship. (Fr.) Dundee, Jan. 2, 1404-5. 103.
- 119. John (son to Hen. IV.) to the Privy Council; mentioning his intended proceedings in consequence of a late truce. (Fr.) Newcastle, Jan. 9, 1405-6. 103.
- 120. Robert D. of Albany, to Henry IV; credential for Rothsay king at arms. (Fr.) Perth, July 10, 1405. 104.
- 121. Henry IV, to the Lds of Council; commanding them to join him at Pomfret in array, to assist him in supressing the rebellion of the E. of Northumb. &c. (Fr.) Derby, May 28, 1405. 104.
- 122. John (son to Hen. IV.) to the Council; apprizing them, that notwithstanding the late truce the Scots are committing great outrages on the borders. (Fr.) Topcliff, July 30, 140. . 105.
- 123. John Coppyll constable of Bamborough, to Henry IV; reports that Ld. de Clifford and the Percies refuse to surrender Berwick, Alnwick, and Warkworth castles; and intimates an impending rebellion. (Fr.) Bamborough, Jan. 13, 1404-5. 105.
- 124. Henry V; his consent to the exchange of Murdoc, son to the D. of Albany, for Henry Percy, nephew to the E. of Northd. (vid. Rym. IX. 324. Lat.) Westminst. Dec. 9, 1415. 106.
- 125. Henry IV; Instructions to his son John, about a prorogation of truce with Scotland. (Fr. a fragment.) 1407? 106.
- 126. Minutes of orders to be sent for the surrender of the castles of the north, and the custody of them. (Fr.) 1404? 107.
- 127. Henry V; a warrant for thr removal of Murdoc of Fife to the castle of Warkworth; probably from Newcastle. (Fr.) Westminster, May 22, 1415. 108.
- 128. Henry V; a warrant for removing Murdoc of Fife from Warkworth castle to Berwick castle. May, 1415. 108.
- 129. Henry V; instructions to Raphe Ewre and two others, to treat about the exchange of Murdoc of Fife for Henry Percy. (Fr. a draught.) Dec. 10, 1415. 109.
- 130. Henry V; instructions to John Hull and Wm. Chancellor, for conducting Murdoc of Fife into the north, and delivering him up under certain conditions. (Fr. on vellum.) Westminst. May 21, 1415. 110.
- 131. Robert D. of Albany, to Henry IV; about a meeting for redressing attempts on the borders. Perth, March 2, 1407. 111.
- 132. Edward D. of York (son to Edunmd D. of York and grandson to Edw. III.) petitions K. Hen. V. desiring various things on his going to the Marches. (Fr. on vellum.) 1414? 112.
- 133. Archibald 4th E. of Douglas Ld. of Galway and Dunbar, to Henry IV; complains of the E. of Northumb. not keeping the truce, and desires a grand commission of both realms. (conf. VII. 91. Fr.) Edybredschellis, Feb. 1, 1400. 113.
- 134. Robert D. of Albany; articles to be proposed in his name to Henry V. by which he accepts the truce settled between France and England, demands the release of the young king, and of Murdoc his son, and the establishment of a permanent peace. (Fr. [Lat.] on vellum.) May 27, 1414. 114.
- 135. Robert D. of Albany; his commission to Robt. de Maxwell and Robt. de Levyne to treat with Englishh commissioners about the release of Murdoc his son. (Lat. on vellum.) Falkland, May 26, 1414. 114.
- 136. Robert D. of Albany; his commission to Robt. de Maxwell and Robt. de Levyne, to treat with English commissioners about the release of K. James I. and a general truce. (Lat. on vellum.) Falkland, May 22, 1414. 115.
- 137. Henry V; desiring the nobleman to whom this is addressed, to join with all his forces the duke of Bedford in his expedition against the Scots. (Fr. on vellum.) Southampton, Aug. 14, 1417? 115.
- 138. John D. of Bedford; his declaration to Henry V. concerning the state of the East Marches, particularly Berwick, and demanding speedy supplies and reformation. (Fr. on vellum.) 1414. 116.
Dated: 1296–1547; 1st half of the 17th century (ff. 126–130)
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- Start Date:
- 1296
- End Date:
- 1649
- Date Range:
- 1296-1st half of the 17th century
- Era:
- CE
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- Physical Characteristics:
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Condition: intact
Materials: paper (ff. 1, 7, 17–27, 34, 40, 55–63, 66–67, 69, 72, 85–86, 94–96, 98–114, 116, 118, 120, 126–130); parchment (ff. 2–16, 28–33, 35–54, 64–66, 68, 70–85, 87–93, 97, 99, 115, 117, 119, 121–125)
Dimensions: approximately 375 × 270 mm
Foliation: fos. 130; 1 (f. 1: early modern endleaf) + 129 (ff. 2–130)
Binding: British Museum 1847, repaired at the British Museum 1950
- Custodial History:
- Previously owned by: the Cotton family, Bts, Conington, 17th century
- Administrative Context:
- Origin: Scotland and England; England (ff. 126–130)
- Publications:
- Planta, Joseph, Catalogue of the Manuscripts in the Cottonian Library, deposited in the British Museum (London, 1802)
- Material Type:
- Archives and Manuscripts
- Legal Status:
- Not Public Record(s)
- Related Material:
- for a full listing of the contents of this manuscript, see Planta, Catalogue of the Manuscripts in the Cottonian Library, pp. 495–98; the remainder of the instructions sent by Humphrey, duke of Gloucester (d. 1447), to John Scrope, Lord Scrope of Masham (d. 1455) (f. 48) is London, British Library, Cotton Charter X. 3