RICHMOND, VA., October 7, 1860.
DEAR COLONEL COLT:—I am sorry to say it will not be possible for the Prince of Wales to accept your kind invitation. After leaving New York we propose to proceed to Albany before going to Boston, so that we shall not be able to visit Hartford.
Had arrangements permitted it, the Prince would have been much pleased to inspect your celebrated establishment.
I am yours very truly,
Newcastle
From “Armsmear: The Home, The Arm, and The Armory of Samuel Colt,” A Memorial, 1866
Newcastle was Henry Pelham-Clinton, 5th Duke of Newcastle