Commission [manuscript]. 1786-1848.

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Commission [manuscript]. 1786-1848.

Ralph Darling's commissions in the army, from the initial commission as ensign, to that of General. Also Commission as Lieutenant for Christopher Darling, his father. Includes MS letter from the Duke of Wellington to General Darling, of the Horse Guards, dated Brussels May 15,1815, and concerning Darling's application to join Wellington's army. Also includes the envelope and a manuscript copy with notes.

18 pieces.

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SNAC Resource ID: 7075769

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