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Buxton to R.N. Cleghorn, enclosing a letter from Lord John Russell and rejoicing that, after the former prejudice against persons of colour, he had been instrumental in getting him appointed to the Presidency of Nevis, 6 Sep 1841

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Shelfmark: MSS. Brit. Emp. s. 444 Vol. 20, p. 314

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He wishes him a long and honourable tenure of the post and hopes that other West Indians would see in it the well-deserved recognition for an infallible commitment to the cause of oppressed Black people. (Copy.)

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  • Creation: 6 Sep 1841

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1 page

Language of Materials

  • English

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MSS. Brit. Emp. s. 444 Vol. 20, p. 314

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