Series 11.03: Letter received by Banks from Charles Clerke, 23, 29 November 1776 - No. 0004

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We shall now sail in a very few days and return to the old trade of exploring, so can only say adieu, adieu my very good friend, be assured that happen what will it is wholly out of the power of durance of time or length of space in the hast to alleviate that sense of Gratitude your goodness has inspir'd, but indeed I shall ever endeavour upon all and every occasion to acquit myself.  Dear Sir

Your Gratefully oblig'd
& devoted Servant
Chas: Clerke