_ 54 _ What offensive and defensive weapons they have, and what battle order they observe. Whether he has artillery, of what kind and in what numbers, whether they use harquebuses and muskets, and if they manufacture these in the country, or where they come from. Whether the soldiers are all native or if there are some foreigners, and whether any of these are captains, from what nations, and whether any of them are Christians or renegades. In how many directions, and where, do his territories border those of the Turk. Whether there are any neighbouring kings or rulers who are his confederates of whom he does or could obtain help. Whether he has any other wars which could occupy and distract him. Endeavour to discover the extent of his territories and their wealth. The observances, service and guard of his person and household. Where he resides, and how far it is from India How letters addressed to him are interpreted, and observe what should be done here if he is written to again. Copy of the notes given by Don Juan Borja to the ambassador who is going to the Sophy.
RkJQdWJsaXNoZXIy OTg0NzAy