These changes proposed by me have generally been accepted, and I can but think that many beneficial alterations have been introduced into the Turkish Navy tending to improve that service.
His Majesty the Sultan has named me one of his special A.D.C.'s, and in that capacity I have had at times and still have important duties.
His Majesty always treats me with the greatest kindness and consideration, and I have a sincere respect and affection for him, both as a sovereign, and, if I may presume to say so, as a friend..