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Archive Reference / Library Class No.D8760/F/FSJ/1/15/4
Former ReferenceD3311/40/5
TitleTyped transcript of letter from Matthew Flinders to Thomas Franklin, prior to John Franklin joining H.M.S. Investigator, original dated 2 May 1801
Date[20th cent]
DescriptionDetailed arrangements for uniform, weapons and money required; John must not remain in Lincolnshire beyond the end of next week, and he is to write to Flinders when he is in London. Mrs Flinders' seasickness getting better
Extent2 sheets
LevelItem
RepositoryDerbyshire Record Office
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SenderMatthew Flinders
Sender LocationH.M.S. Investigator, Nore
RecipientThomas Franklin
Recipient LocationSpilsby, Lincoln
Archive CreatorSir John Franklin (1786-1847)
Gell family of Hopton Hall, Wirksworth
TermGeographical exploration

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