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Collection	Correspondence of William IV
Reference	GEO/MAIN/44685-44686
Record Type	Correspondence
Title	Letter from Prince William to George III
Date	6 November 1785
Writer	William, Prince (1765-1837)
Addressee	George III, King
Description	Prince William writes of stormy weather during their last cruise and of the admiration he has for the Hebe. He hopes the King will grant him a promotion and the command of the Hebe - this will be, the Prince maintains, in the best interest of the reign.
Place Of Writing	aboard HMS Hebe in Portland Roads
Language	English
Extent	1 document (4 pages)
Physical Description	Loose manuscript paper; mounted
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Credit	All rights reserved

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