Queen Anne’s Instructions for the Treaty of Ultrecht, 1713
Scope and Contents
Queen Anne gives her representatives “Full Power for the Treaty of Peace with Spain” during the negotiations of the Treaty of Ultrecht. 1713. Written in Latin and signed “Anna R.” A descriptive note, later added in pencil, says “Re: treaty of Utrecht Instructions to Commissioners to sign treaty ending War of Spanish Succession ceding Gibraltar.” Engraving of “Queen Anne” by J. Cochran from the original by Kneller is included.
Dates
- Creation: 1713
Creator
- From the Collection: Joynt, Richard G. (Person)
Language of Materials
English French Latin
Conditions Governing Access:
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Extent
From the Collection: 4.25 Linear Feet
Repository Details
Part of the Special Collections Research Center Repository