_ 52 _ In the same year (1572) Philip II sent a letter to Miguel de Abrio, the Portuguese envoy to Persia, Madrid, on the 10th of March 1572, to arrange the war against the King of Persia:(17) You will give the King of Persia His Majesty’s letter, conveying to him His Majesty’s great wish for his friendship, and tell him that a confederation and league should be made for our common advantage, to punish and take vengeance on Selim, tyrant of the Turks, a wicked and cruel enemy to all, so that everyone may possess their territories in the peace and tranquillity they desire. If he accepts, or shows any sign of being willing to accept, this amity and alliance, you will describe the great happiness that His Majesty will receive and how much he himself should value and delight in his friendship. I (17) Document no. and reference.
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