Clinton papers 1754-1879

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Clinton papers 1754-1879

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The Clinton Papers contain correspondence, letterbooks, financial papers and other material documenting aspects of the lives and military careers of Sir William Henry Clinton (1769-1846) and his brother Sir Henry Clinton (1771-1879). They include hundreds of letters from Henry to William Henry, many written from Spain during the Napoleonic Wars, as well as letters by other members of the Clinton family; journals kept by Sir Henry Clinton, the letterbooks of Sir William Henry Clinton, and account books kept by both brothers; bills and receipts; and family papers

16.3 linear ft. (41 boxes)

Beinecke Rare Book and Manuscript Library

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SNAC Resource ID: 6349025

Beinecke Rare Book and Manuscript Library

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Clinton family.

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Clinton, William Henry, Sir, 1769-1846

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