Letter from an anonymous writer to Alexander MacDonnell, 5th Earl of Antrim

This material is held atThe Devonshire Collection Archives, Chatsworth

  • Reference
    • GB 2495 CS1/417.0
  • Dates of Creation
    • 29 August 1755
  • Physical Description
    • 1 sheet

Scope and Content

The author writes a threatening note to Lord Antrim about his treatment of "your poor slaves that are your namesakes" and questioning how many "upstart gentry" will come to his aid with arms when needed. Unsigned. Addressed to "the Right Honorable Allexander Earl of Antrim North of Ireland".

Administrative / Biographical History

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