Letter received by Banks from William Bligh, 30 August 1791 (Series 50.13) - No. 0003

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[indecipherable] parts if necessary - it will be better for you Sir to ask Mr Stephens & get the order while the present people are in being, as I shall assist the Gardeners if they are in want.

I have now all our necessaries on board & shall tow to Sea for we have no wind.

Portlock behaves very attentive & is a very good natured worthy man as is my first Lieutenant.

To that Providence which has hitherto protected me, I trust will return me back to you again with success.
Farewell my Dear Sir
I am with the greatest regard & respect
Your most affectionate & hmbl servant
Wm Bligh.