Letter received by Banks from WilliamBligh, 6 December 1787 (Series 46.14) - No. 0002

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and sensible you will not forget me but my motive was that in case it had not been known to you it could give no claim in a promotion in a future occasion & I my next particular inducement was that one step would make a material difference to Mrs Bligh and her children in case of any accident to me -- This principilly led me to mention the circumstance. -- I feel every degree of gratitude for your goodness & attention and wishing you Dear Sir a most perfect enjoyment of health  I remain most sincerely your Affectionate Hmble Servant

Wm Bligh [signature]

10'Clock the Wind threatens to be again foul