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Archive Reference / Library Class No.D8760/F/FSJ/1/13/6
Former ReferenceD3311/50/24
TitleLetter from John Haldane to Captain John Franklin, congratulating him on his expedition
Date3 May 1827
DescriptionOffers congratulations on success of the enterprise.  Has had news of the expedition from Dr Richardson.  Reports his imminent retirement and limitations of his health.  Expecting arrival of Governor Simpson.  Refers to news of international events: Russia at war; British troops being sent to Portugal and prospect of success in Greece.
Extent1 sheet
LevelItem
RepositoryDerbyshire Record Office
SenderJohn Haldane
Sender LocationMichipicoten [Canada ]
RecipientJohn Franklin
Recipient LocationEn route the Land Arctic Expedition
Archive CreatorSir John Franklin (1786-1847)
Gell family of Hopton Hall, Wirksworth
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