John Baker Holroyd, Earl of Sheffield papers, 1801-1819.

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John Baker Holroyd, Earl of Sheffield papers, 1801-1819.

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The Sheffield papers contain incoming correspondence of John Baker Holroyd, first earl Sheffield, for 1803, 1807-1809, and 1814-1819, mainly on political and social topics.

341 items (0.5 linear feet)

William L. Clements Library

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William L. Clements Library

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