Copy of a letter received by William Bligh from Joseph Short, 12 May 1806 (Series 40.056) - No. 0003

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them.

I hope as an Officer you will see the propriety of my request, for be certain no Man has a greater Zeal for His Majesty's Service, but wishes to be justified in his Proceedings which must all be       before my Lord Commissioners of the Admiralty.

I have the honor to be
Sir
Your most obedient
humble Servant

Joseph Short

On His Majesty's Service

Captain William Bligh
&c     &c     &c

Attested Wm Bligh