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| Archive Reference / Library Class No. | D8760/F/FJR/1/1/9 |
| Former Reference | D3311/53/10 |
| Title | Letter from John Franklin to his friend John Richardson, including on publication of edition of the narrative of the first Arctic land expedition |
| Date | 18 Oct 1823 |
| Description | Has visited many friends who send good wishes. Reports death of Dr John Fawcett of Horncastle and names possible successors. His wife is pleased with Richardson's observations on differences between Greek and Roman architecture. Received letter of thanks from Jameson for specimens. Second edition now finished: Murray to decide when best to publish. Hopes Lord Melville will give Richardson an appointment. Expecting to hear how “our narrative” has been received by those at Hudson’s Bay. Gives news of Back |
| Extent | 1 sheet |
| Level | Item |
| Repository | Derbyshire Record Office |
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| Sender | John Franklin |
| Sender Location | Horncastle |
| Recipient | John Richardson |
| Recipient Location | Nith Place, Dumfries |
| Archive Creator | Sir John Richardson (1787-1865) |
| Gell family of Hopton Hall, Wirksworth |
| Format | Document |
| Term | Letters (documents) |
| Naval personnel |
| Geographical exploration |
| Explorers |
| Geographical exploration |
| Arctic regions |
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