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Collection	George III Private Papers
Reference	GEO/MAIN/16366-16389/5
Record Type	Correspondence
Title	Copy of a draft of an answer from George III to the Prince of Wales
Date	27 August 1784
Writer	George III, King
Addressee	George, Prince of Wales (1762-1830)
Description	George III expresses his displeasure with the Prince of Wales, in particular the fact that he voted against his will in Parliament. In addition, his debts having been paid off, he incurred more in building additional buildings in Carlton House. The King suggests minimising his expenses and creating a sinking fund to clear his debts, and is concerned he will lose the good opinion of the public. He is also opposed to the Prince's plan to leave the country
Language	English
Extent	1 document (3 pages)
Physical Description	Manuscript paper in marbled volume
Related Material	Copy of GEO/MAIN/16460-1
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