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Lot #344
John Franklin Handwritten Letter Signed

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Royal Navy officer and Arctic explorer (1786–1847) who perished, along with his entire crew, along the Northwest Passage. ALS, one page, 4.25 x 7.25, March 31. Letter to a gentleman. In full: “I shall have much pleasure in joining your party on Saturday next, and am sorry that I did not have in mind the arrangement made when I wrote yesterday.” In very good condition, with uniform toning from previous display and a small stain at top. RR Auction COA.

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