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VICMAIN - Victorian Papers, Main Series
3 - Papers and correspondence with Lord Melbourne and Lord John Russell relating to constitutional issues, the Royal Household, woods and forests and other miscellaneous subjects
2 - Letters from Queen Victoria to Lord John Russell
4 - Letters from Queen Victoria to Lord John Russell
Collection
Victorian Papers, Main Series
Reference
VIC/MAIN/C/10/53
Record Type
Correspondence
Title
Letter from Queen Victoria to Lord John Russell
Date
28 January 1852
Writer
Victoria, Queen
Addressee
Russell, John, Lord
Description
With regard to the appointment of the Secretary at War, Queen Victoria does not wish to cast any imputation on the character or position of (Robert) Vernon Smith, but merely from his having been laughed at for his high opinion of himself. If Lord John Russell cannot make another and better appointment, the Queen will sanction this one.
Language
English
Extent
1 document
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