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Prince Albert's Official Papers

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

      SAMUEL WILBERFORCE (1805-73)

      Letter from the Bishop of Oxford to George Anson

      31 Dec 1847

      Loose manuscript paper; mounted | 1 document (5 pages) (whole object) | RA VIC/MAIN/C/55/60

      The Bishop of Oxford writes that he is glad that George Anson thinks he acted correctly. He refers to Dr [Hampden's] book and states that he wishes he had read it earlier. He also discusses his previous votes and the appointment of Dr Hampden.

      • Creator(s)

        Samuel Wilberforce (1805-73) (writer)

        George Edward Anson (1812-49) (addressee)

      • 1 document (5 pages) (whole object)

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