Historical Records of New Zealand Vol. II.
Secretary Stephens to Lieutenant Cook
Secretary Stephens to Lieutenant Cook.
Sir,—
My Lords Commissioners of the Admiralty having desired the Master-General of the Ordnance to cause the Endeavour, bark, under your command, to be supplied at Plymouth with four carriage-guns, four-pounders, in addition to those she already has, I am commanded by their Lordships to acquaint you therewith that you may apply for the same.
I am, &c.,
P.S.