Lot 104: Grey, Charles

Grey, Charles. (1729-1807) British general who served in the Seven Years War, the American War of Independence and the French Revolutionary War; 1st Earl Grey. In 1777 he earned the nickname "No-flint Grey" after the Paoli Massacre nighttime attack, because he had collected flints from the muskets of his troops before they engaged the American troops using bayonets, thus maintaining the element of surprise. His son was the Prime Minister Charles Grey, 2nd Earl Grey. Manuscript Document Signed as General Commanding the Southern District, two pages, 12 1/4 x 7 3/4 inches, Maidstone, Jan. 4, 1798. "Account of Contingent Expences for His Majesty's Service...from 1st to 31st December 1797...." fine condition. Grey's signature is bold. Estimated Value $400 - 600, Goodspeeds, 1966

Goodspeeds, 1966