Lot 847
Wellington, Arthur Wellesley, Duke of (1769-1852) British soldier and statesman; considered one of the greatest generals of all time; twice prime minister. ALS ("Wellington"), 1p, 9" x 5", Quinta de Granicha, 1811 June 8. Written during the Peninsular Campaign of the Napoleonic Wars to Admiral Berkeley, asking him to give passage on a Man of War to "General Abada, who is appointed to Command the Troops in Gallicia (?)…is desirous of proceeding to his Command by Sea…." Matted to show the docket, with a color image of Wellington, to an overall size of 14¼" x 21¼".
Estimated Value $600 - 800.
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| Realized $690 |
