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.
An impartial account of Soham Meer, 1753
This material is held atCambridge University Library
- Reference
- GB 12 MS Add.9874
- Dates of Creation
- 1753
- Name of Creator
- Language of Material
- English .
- Physical Description
- 1 collection
Scope and Content
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Acquisition Information
Purchased from John Hart, Doe Barn, Front Street, Binham, Norfolk, NR21 OAL, OCT 2010
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