British soldier and statesman (1769–1852) who earned immortality for his stunning defeat of Napoleon at Waterloo and who later served in the British government, including a brief tenure as Prime Minister. ALS signed “Wellington,” one page, 8 x 12.5, July 23, 1833. Wellington writes to Lord Gerard[?] Melbourne. In part: “Captn. Mills … has informed me that the Yeomen … have expressed a desire to assemble and have a parade … on the 5th of August. This assembly will be no expense to you: But I inform your Lordship … in case your Lordship think … proper to forbid the assembly….” In very good condition, with intersecting mailing folds, scattered wrinkling and soiling with a few faint spots, and a few tiny edge tears. The writing is dark throughout. R&R COA.
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