Samuel Burdon Ellis diary, 1837-1842 (bulk 1837-1840).

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Samuel Burdon Ellis diary, 1837-1842 (bulk 1837-1840).

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/122580338

The diary contains entries describing a trip from England to China via the Cape of Good Hope (1837-1838) and various command posts, principally in the Persian Gulf, India and China. Memoranda record Ellis' personal weight (1838-1842).

1 v. ; 13 x 20 cm.3 items.

Louisiana State University, LSU Libraries

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SNAC Resource ID: 6774769

Louisiana State University, LSU Libraries

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