Copy of correspondence of William Bligh with Lieutenant Colonel Joseph Foveaux, and with Captain William Kent, 30 July - 3 September 1808 (Series 40.132) - No. 0013

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Government-House, Sydney
25th August 1808

Sir

     In answer to your letter of this morning I am commanded by His Excellency Governor Bligh, Commodore commanding His Majesty's Ships and vessels here to Say, that when you see his signature to any precept, for a criminal court, then you are to obey his orders of the 26th August 1806.

I am, Sir, your most
obedient, humble Servant

(Signed)    Edmund Griffin

To
William Kent Esqr.
Acting Commander of his
Majesty's Ship, Porpoise

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