Concerns a letter from Archbishop [of York about his brother's resignation in support of the 4th Duke] an abstract of which he sends and requests is burnt after reading: "I rejoice much at this intelligence. There is something awful in this slow firing - and perhaps may make more impression than a hurry of fire and sudden passion". Written from Wentworth. Signed: "Rockingham".
Letter from Charles Watson-Wentworth, 2nd Marquess of Rockingham to William Cavendish, 4th Duke of Devonshire
This material is held atThe Devonshire Collection Archives, Chatsworth
- Reference
- GB 2495 CS4/1821
- Former Reference
- GB 2495 CS1/443.8
- Dates of Creation
- 14 November 1762
- Name of Creator
- Physical Description
- 1 sheet
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