George II 1683-1760. King of England 1727-1760, and military leader whose forces were successful in India, Canada and at sea. Fine content manuscript D.S. "George R". as King, 2pp folio London, Jan 13 1753. the generous King orders that 89 pounds be paid unto John Cathcart, late Director of a hospital used by British forces in Flanders, to be used for the provision of clothing, food and son on for the benefit of "... Six orphan children of Soldiers who were kill'd or dyed in Our Service in Flanders, and by him brought over to England..." Light toning, otherwise very good. Matted