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. 0014

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Head quarters 25th. August 1808

Sir

     Enclosed I Send you a copy of a letter from Captain Kent to the acting Judge Advocate, informing him that he had received an order from you, not to attend a criminal court, unless your Signature was to the precept.

     I request to know whether the information communicated by Captain Kent be correct.

I have the honor to be, Sir,
your most obedient
humble Servant

 (Signed)        J. Foveaux

Captain Bligh
&c   -   &c   -   &c   -

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