Wm. L. Marcy to John F. Crampton, May 28, 1856

Mr. Marcy to Mr. Crampton.

[605] Sir: The President of the United States *has directed me to announce to you his determination to discontinue further intercourse with you as Her Majesty’s diplomatic representative to the Government of the United States. The reasons which have compelled him to take this step at this time have been communicated to your government.

I avail myself of this occasion to add that due attention will be cheer-fully given to any communications addressed to this Department from Her Majesty’s government affecting the relations between Great Britain and the United States which may be forwarded to this Government through any other channel.

Should it be your pleasure to retire from the United States, the President directs me to furnish you with the usual facilities for that purpose. I consequently inclose herewith the passport given in such cases.

I avail myself of this opportunity to renew to you, sir, the assurance of my respectful consideration.