Report on the Manuscripts of Lady du Cane : Grimston MSS.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Commission, Historical Manuscripts.

Series:

Report on the Manuscripts of Lady du Cane [Grimston MSS. ] Series

Report on the Manuscripts of Lady du Cane [Grimston MSS. ] Series ; v.1

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Genealogy.

Eighteenth century.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (430 pages)

Edition:

1st ed.

Place of Publication:

Burlington : TannerRitchie Publishing, 2016.

Summary:

This report, prepared by the Historical Manuscripts Commission, examines the Grimston family manuscripts, focusing primarily on documents from the 18th century. These papers, linked to Vice-Admiral Henry Medley, provide insight into family history, naval affairs, and personal correspondence from the period. The collection includes genealogical details, estate management records, and notable letters, such as one from a Jacobite officer shedding light on political dynamics during James II's reign. The work is intended for historians, genealogists, and researchers interested in British history, naval heritage, and archival studies. Generated by AI.

Contents:

TITLE PAGE

INTRODUCTION

MANUSCRIPTS OF THE FAMILY OF GRIMSTON OF KILNWICK, BELONGING TO LADY DU CANE

I: Medley Papers (1688-1780)

1688

1720s

1740s

1742

1744

1745

1746

1747

1748

1749

1750s

1760s

1770s

1780s

II: Caylus Papers (1714-1746)

1714

1730s

INDEX

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ISBN:

9781554939824

1554939828

OCLC:

1076768499