Thomas Tudor Tucker (1745-1828), Norfolk, Virginia to St. George Tucker, Williamsburg, Virginia, 1792 July 14
Scope and Contents
Arrived here after basking in sun 5 or 6 hours betwixt Hampton and Norfolk. Satisfaction at having seen St. George again and being acquainted with sister (Mrs. Lelia (Skipwith) Carter Tucker). Harmony in his united family does credit to them. Hopes little Bet (Elizabeth Tucker) recovered. Neither she nor Polly Chatterbox (Mary Walker Carter) must be allowed to forget self. Presumes Fanny (Anne Frances Bland Tucker) will do credit to (Peter) Pelham as well as Mrs. (Miss Sarah?) Hallam. Has high expectations of Harry (Henry St. George Tucker). Hopes Tudor Tucker, Nathaniel Beverley Tucker and Charles Carter equally promising. Remembrances to John (Randolph of Roanoke) if with them, Richard Randolph, his lady (Mrs. Judith (Randolph) Randolph) and daughter. Sends respects to Mrs. Banister, Miss Lewis, Miss Betsy, Lee, Miss Carlos, Mrs. Maria (Rind) Coalter, Page and family and John Gilchrist. May return this way in October. Campbell desires to be remembered. Accounts from France not pleasing. One or more defeats, desertion of regiment, General Dilton's murder by own troops and Rochambeau's resignation to be regretted.
Dates
- Creation: 1792 July 14
Creator
- From the Collection: Tucker-Coleman Family (Collector, Family)
- From the Collection: Coalter, John, 1769-1838 (Collector, Person)
- From the Collection: Coleman, Cynthia Beverley Tucker Washington, 1832-1908 (Collector, Person)
- From the Collection: Randolph, John, 1773-1833 (Collector, Person)
- From the Collection: Tucker, Henry St. George, 1780-1848 (Collector, Person)
- From the Collection: Tucker, St. George, 1752-1827 (Collector, Person)
Language of Materials
English
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Extent
From the Collection: 124.00 Linear Feet
Repository Details
Part of the Special Collections Research Center Repository