Letter received by Banks from William Bligh, 5 August 1791 (Series 50.12) - No. 0001

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Providence at Sea 11 leagues to the SSE of the Start Fridy 5 Aug 1791

Dear Sir

I have just a moments time to tell you we are safe & well thus far. The Assistant I hope will answer my expectation & hitherto has kept company very well, and no doubt will improve in her sailing as she gets a little lighter. Farewell my Dear Sir Believe me with great regard your
Very Affectionate Hmbl Serv
Wm Bligh

I sailed frm Spithead
Tuesdy 2 Inst -

pr Winchelsea Frigate
Capn Fisher

Sir Joseph Banks Bart.