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Buchan, David Stewart Erskine, Earl of, 1742-1829 to Catherine Macaulay

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC01794.11 Author/Creator: Buchan, David Stewart Erskine, Earl of, 1742-1829 Place Written: s.l. Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 8 October 1774 Pagination: 3p : address : docket ; 22.6x 18.6 cm Order a Copy

He associates his attachment to the liberties of mankind with CMG, and highly praises her. He remains concerned about her health.

The 11th Earl of Buchan, David Steuart Erskine, (1742–1829)

Macaulay, Catharine, 1731-1791

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