Robert Drake to Anna Gurney, describing the embarkation of the Schöns for Africa, their leave-taking of their children, the delays experienced before they actually set sail, and his hope to receive a letter from them when the pilot boat returned up the river, 24 Apr 1843
Item
Shelfmark: MSS. Brit. Emp. s. 444 Vol. 20A, p. 397a-d
He also describes the behaviour of the children after their parents' departure when left in the care of himself and his wife, their grandparents.
Dates
- Creation: 24 Apr 1843
Extent
1 item
Language of Materials
- English
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This item has been returned to the owner.
Shelfmark
MSS. Brit. Emp. s. 444 Vol. 20A, p. 397a-d
Existence and Location of Copies
A microfilm (Micr. Brit. Emp. 17, reel 9) is available for use at the Weston Library.
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