Collection | Victorian Papers, Main Series |
Description | Marked 'Mixed Correspondence'. Subjects covered include the attempted assassination of Queen Victoria by Edward Oxford, the capture of St. Jean d'Acre in Egypt, the system of promotion in both the army and navy, alterations to military uniforms, the governance of Canada, unrest in Ireland and Wales, tariff negotiations in Portugal, the running of the new royal yacht 'Victoria & Albert' and the births of Victoria, Princess Royal, Edward, Prince of Wales and Princess Alice. Also included is a variety of correspondence regarding Parliamentary proceedings and Royal Household appointments. |