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Collection	Additional papers of George IV, as Prince, Regent, and King
Reference	GEO/ADD/3/82/18
Record Type	Correspondence
Title	Letter from George, Prince of Wales, to Mary Hamilton, on persuading her not to leave; and on her hurtful request that the Prince destroy her letters
Date	28 July 1779
Writer	George, Prince of Wales (1762-1830)
Addressee	Hamilton, Mary (1756-1816)
Description	The Prince suggests that if Hamilton were to leave, rumours would arise because of his messenger's frequent visits, which would be damaging to her honour. He also suggests that he would be forced to reveal their connection to the King and Queen due to the agony he would feel at their separation. He refers t the 'impending danger also of my dear Brother W[William] for I understand the two fleets are now in sight of each other'.
Language	English
Extent	1 document (3 pages)
Physical Description	Loose manuscript papers
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Credit	All Rights Reserved

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