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ADD3 - Additional papers of George IV, as Prince, Regent and King
79 - Correspondence between George, Prince of Wales, and Mary Hamilton
4 - Correspondence of George, Prince of Wales, and Mary Hamilton for July 1779
Collection
Additional papers of George IV, as Prince, Regent, and King
Reference
GEO/ADD/3/82/18
Record Type
Correspondence
Title
Letter from George, Prince of Wales, to Mary Hamilton, on persuading her not to leave; and on her hurtful request that the Prince destroy her letters
Date
28 July 1779
Writer
George, Prince of Wales (1762-1830)
Addressee
Hamilton, Mary (1756-1816)
Description
The Prince suggests that if Hamilton were to leave, rumours would arise because of his messenger's frequent visits, which would be damaging to her honour. He also suggests that he would be forced to reveal their connection to the King and Queen due to the agony he would feel at their separation. He refers t the 'impending danger also of my dear Brother W[William] for I understand the two fleets are now in sight of each other'.
Language
English
Extent
1 document (3 pages)
Physical Description
Loose manuscript papers
Access Conditions
Available in surrogate form only
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