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Archive Reference / Library Class No.	D8760/F/FKA/2/1/1
Former Reference	D3311/50/11
Title	Letter from John Franklin to his relative Joseph Kay, in the period following the death of Franklin's first wife, Eleanor Anne, Kay's sister-in-law
Date	12 May 1825
Description	Describes consolation gained by recalling memories of his wife, tarnished by the realisation that he will not see her again. Comforted by the thought that "his side" [not named] will be caring for his daughter. Describes arrival at Fort William. Found preparations made for the next stage of the expedition. Will set off tomorrow: sets out expectations for the journey and predicts when he may receive letters. Refers to arrangements for the house in Devonshire Street. Reports that all the party are in good health and spirits.
Extent	1 sheet
Level	Item
Repository	Derbyshire Record Office
Sender	John Franklin
Sender Location	Fort William, Lake Superior [Canada]
Recipient	Joseph Kay
Recipient Location	No address
Archive Creator	Kay family of London
Archive Creator	Gell family of Hopton Hall, Wirksworth
Format	Document
Term	Geographical exploration
	Arctic regions
	Explorers
	Navy officers
	Naval personnel
	Sailors
	Letters (documents)
Acknowledgements	Roger Jennens