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Richard Howe correspondence: Finding Aid
mssHO 1-408  
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Description
This collection contains the letters of British admiral Richard Howe (1726-1799) to Admiral Sir Roger Curtis regarding British Navy administration and fleet operations, chiefly in the English Channel. Material dates from 1776 to 1799.
Background
Richard Howe (1726-1799), British admiral; commander of the North American fleet (1776-1778); commander of the Channel fleet (1782), First Lord of Admiralty (1783-1788); created Earl Howe (1788); Commander-in-Chief of the Channel Fleet (1793-1799).
Extent
408 pieces in 6 boxes
Restrictions
The Huntington Library does not require that researchers request permission to quote from or publish images of this material, nor does it charge fees for such activities. The responsibility for identifying the copyright holder, if there is one, and obtaining necessary permissions rests with the researcher.
Availability
Open to qualified researchers by prior application through the Reader Services Department. For more information, contact Reader Services.