In his youth, and indeed throughout his life, Richard had the greatest affection for England and the English.

No truer American ever lived, but he thought the United States and Great Britain were bound by ties that must endure always.

He admired British habits, their cosmopolitanism and the very simplicity of their mode of living.

He loved their country life, and the swirl of London never failed to thrill him.

During the last half of his life Richard had perhaps as many intimate friends in London as in New York.