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. 0020

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his Majesty's Ship Porpoise, under your command, I particularly beg leave to be informed into whose charge I am to resign the stores and provisions belonging to the Lady Nelson, in order that I may obtain such receipts and documents, for my own Security, and for the good of His Majesty's Service.

     I have farther to request that you will furnish me with such orders, as you may think proper, for my return on board His Majesty's Ship Porpoise.

I have the honor to remain, Sir,
Your obedient Servant

(Signed) Wm. Ellison 

To
William Kent Esqr.
Commander of His Majesty's Ship Porpoise

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