An impartial account of Soham Meer, 1753

Scope and Content

His account describes the major events on Soham Mere during his lifetime, both natural and technical, from breaches of the fen walls to fen drainage. It was dedicated to, and probably prepared for presentation to, George Townshend (1724-1807), 1st Marquess Townshend.

Access Information

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Acquisition Information

Purchased from John Hart, Doe Barn, Front Street, Binham, Norfolk, NR21 OAL, OCT 2010

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