My Lord,

I am sorry to acquaint your Lordship that on the 7th of June last, I was taken in His Majesty's Ship Fox (which I then commanded) by two American Ships, sixty Leagues South-East from Cape Race Newfoundland; the particulars of which I herewith enclose You.

I was retaken in the Hancock by His Majesty's Ship Rainbow, as was the Fox by the Flora. The Boston escaped, and should she unfortunately get into any of the Rebel Ports, I hope your Lordship will take the earliest opportunity of getting my Officers (who are all onboard the Boston) released, as I then may have an opportunity of having my Conduct inquired into. I have the honor to be My Lord [&c.]

New York July 31st 1777.

(A Copy) Howe
[Endorsed] 4 In Lord Howes Letter of the 28 Aug1777