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Prince Albert's Official Papers

Papers relating to Prince Albert’s contribution to matters of state

      VICTORIA, QUEEN OF THE UNITED KINGDOM (1819-1901)

      Draft letter from Queen Victoria to Lord John Russell

      1 Mar 1854

      Loose manuscript paper | 1 document (2 pages) (whole object) | RA VIC/MAIN/F/11/79

      Draft letter from Queen Victoria to Lord John Russell acknowledging his letter regarding postponement of the Reform Bill. Although the Queen regrets the decision she believes it is the right course of action in the current circumstances but does suggest that a date not be set so that they may first ascertain public feeling. Queen Victoria reiterates the importance of a united cabinet. Written in Prince Albert's hand.

      • Creator(s)

        Victoria, Queen of the United Kingdom (1819-1901) (writer)

        John Russell, 1st Earl Russell (1792-1878) (addressee)

      • 1 document (2 pages) (whole object)

      • Place of Production
        Buckingham Palace
      • Object type(s)
          • printed & manuscript material
            • documents
              • correspondence
        Language(s)
        English
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