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Letter from Sir James Brooke to John Grant, from Labuan, replying to John's letter about Charles Grant's future prospects, and those of Sarawak and the Rajah himself, 21 Jan 1850

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Shelfmark: MSS. Pac. s. 90 Vol. 4, fols. 340-347
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Also about:

  1. the importance of maintaining a proper political position, in the face of the territorial and commercial ambitions of the Dutch
  2. opportunities of advancement open to Charles Grant in due course
  3. the attachment of the Sarawak people to their government
  4. the possibility of starting a company to develop the resources of the country
  5. Charles's acquisition of property in the town of Labuan.

Dates

  • Creation: 21 Jan 1850

Extent

8 Leaves

Language of Materials

  • English

Shelfmark

MSS. Pac. s. 90 Vol. 4, fols. 340-347

Repository Details

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