Bassa, Hamuda, fl. 1803-1807 Translation of letter to Tobias Lear re: delay in correspondence
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02794.091 Author/Creator: Bassa, Hamuda, fl. 1803-1807 Place Written: Tunis Type: Manuscript document Date: 1805/08/11 Pagination: 3 p. + docket 23.9 x 18.9 cm Order a Copy
The Bashaw explains that his other obligations, and lack of access to a translator resulted in the delayed reply to Lear's letter. Emphasizes that Lear should not doubt "my zeal, & peaceful intentions." Docketed on verso: "Translation of a Letter from the Bey of Tunis to Tobias Lear-- Aug. 11th. 1805"
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