He had, in reality, no personal friends; and those who would have remained faithful to the cause, were paralysed by his indecision and feebleness.

Charles the Martyr made many mistakes, but he had the passionate adherence of his followers.

His personality, and his noble appearance, did as much for him as the goodness of his cause; while his son, James, repelled rather than attracted personal devotion.

I trust that his grandson will inherit some of his qualities.

His outburst, today, gave me hope that he will do so; but one must not build too much on that.