First Duke of Marlborough John Churchill Appointment of John Danvers, 1706
Scope and Contents
First Duke of Marlborough John Churchill appoints John Danvers as a Captain in Brigadier Thomas Farrington’s regiment to replace Captain Richard Nanfan. Signed “Marlborough” with other signatures. June 24, 1706. The appointment is written one month after the victory at Ramillies in which Thomas Farrington’s regiment participated. An engraving “John Churchill, Duke of Marlborough” by H.T. Ryall is included.
Dates
- Creation: 1706
Creator
- From the Collection: Joynt, Richard G. (Person)
Language of Materials
English French Latin
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Extent
From the Collection: 4.25 Linear Feet
Repository Details
Part of the Special Collections Research Center Repository