WWI 1916 DATED LETTER FROM DAVID LLOYD GEORGE TO PARLIAMENT

War Office, Whitehall paper letter from David Lloyd George to Parliament dated 11 Dec 1916 after his appointment as Prime Minister in place of Asquith which reads in facsimile: 'His Majesty The King has entrusted me with the task of forming a Government. I have carried out His Majesty's commands. I had hoped to make a statement to the House on Tuesday 12th inst., but I now find that this will not be possible. On Tuesday therefore Bonar Law, as Leader of the House will move its adjournment till Thursday the 14th inst. The one predominant task before the Government is the vigorous prosecution of the War to a triumphant conclusion and I feel confident they can rely on your support as long as they devote their energies effectively to that end. I am, Sir, your obedient servant, D. Lloyd George'.