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Lot 139: Richard Earl Howe Signed Letter

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Lot  139: Richard Earl Howe Signed Letter
<b>Autographs</b><hr><b>Admiral Richard Howe Autograph Letter</b>

<b>RICHARD, EARL HOWE, British Admiral; Commander-in Chief of the British Navy During the American Revolution.</b>
Autograph Letter Signed 'Howe' on laid, watermarked paper, December 5, 1787, Admiralty, 8.25' x 7.5Õ, Very Fine. Addressed to Rear Admiral Affleck: 'I am favored with your Letter expressing your wishes that Lieut. Malock may be appointed to the Command of a Cutter; and am sorry I cannot assure you when it maybe in my power to gratify your desires on that occasion.' The integral address leaf is free franked 'Howe' in the lower left corner. Address leaf has a brown circular postmark, 'DEC 5 87' and the seal tear has been filled in. Light toning and soiling. Boldly written and signed in dark brown ink. Accompanied by an engraving of Howe. (2 items)