Representation to King George II relating to British possessions in America disputed by the King of Spain : Whitehall, 1728 Jun 20.

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Representation to King George II relating to British possessions in America disputed by the King of Spain : Whitehall, 1728 Jun 20.

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Contemporary copy of a manuscript document from the Lords Commissioners for Trade and Plantations, reviewing the British rights to possessions in America, specifically Fort King George, the Bahama Islands, and the Bay of Campeachy in the West Indies. Reports annexed to the original document, on the settlement of the Bay of Campeachy and a schedule of losses at the hands of the Spaniards do not appear here.

1 item (8 p.) ; 32 cm.

Beinecke Rare Book and Manuscript Library

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