In the 1860s, Lord Redesdale lived in a house within sight of Sengaku-ji where the 47 Rōnin were buried. Impressed by the loyalty displayed by the rōnin, he toured Sengaku-ji and finding tattered and yellowed amongst the relics, he translated them for his book "Tales of Old Japan." Each of the rōnin carried letters spelling out their intentions in case they were captured or killed. Also translated were the receipt provided by the relatives of Lord Kira for the return of his severed head and the final statement placed by the men on Lord Asano's tomb before surrendering for court martial.