Autograph letter signed : to James Burney, 1782 July 2.

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Autograph letter signed : to James Burney, 1782 July 2.

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Recommending Mr. Bailey.

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Pierpont Morgan Library.

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Sandwich, John Montagu, Earl of, 1718-1792

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At the time of the letters Sandwich was the first Lord of the Admiralty. Douglas was editor of Cook's journals; Shepherd was an astronomer; Harris was British Ambassador at St. Petersberg; Burney was a friend of Sandwich and father of James; King was captain of the Discovery after the death of Clerke; Barrington was a lawyer. From the description of Papers [microform]. 1771-1784. (Libraries Australia). WorldCat record id: 225828440 From the description of Papers of John Mont...

Burney, James, 1750-1821

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James Burney was second Lieutenant with the Adventure, which accompanied the Resolution during Cook's second voyage, 1772-1775. He took command of the Discovery following Cook's death on the third voyage. He became a well known naval writer and had achieved the rank of Rear-Admiral before his death in 1821. From the description of Journal [manuscript]. 1772-1773. (Libraries Australia). WorldCat record id: 225826104 James Burney was second Lieutenant with the Adventure, which...