QUEEN ANNE'S INSTRUCTIONS TO THE DUKE OF ARGYLE UPON HIS APPOINTMENT AS HER NEW AMBASSADOR TO THE SPANISH COURT A REMARKABLE DIPLOMATIC COMMUNICATION
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Seller: Gerard A.J. Stodolski, Inc. Autographs, Bedford, NH, U.S.A.Gerard A.J. Stodolski, Inc. Autographs
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Condition: Used - Fine
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ANNE, QUEEN. (1665-1714). Queen of Great Britain and Ireland. Superb and Important Manuscript Document Signed, "Anne R", and also "A. R.", as Queen. Nine very full pages, folio. The Court at St. James's, February 20, 1710. To "John, Duke of Argyle, Our Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary to the King of Spain". This remarkable document contains Anne's instructions to her cousin, the Duke of Argyle, upon his appointment as Ambassador, and it provides fascinating insight into the politics of the time. Anne directs him to: ".As soon as You have received Our Letters of Credence and these Our Instructions, You shall with all Expedition pass to Catalonia or whatever other Place You are informed the King of Spain is at, and being arrived at his Court You shall notify the same to His Majesty and desire Him to grant You an Audience, at which you shall deliver to Him Your Credentials, accompanying them with assurances of Our Friendship, and resolution to assist him, as far as in Us lies in the prosecution of the present War, for the recovery of his just Rights and Dominions. You shall in the next place desire an audience of the Queen at which You shall deliver to Her Our Letter, and assure Her in Our Name of Our reall Friendship and Esteem. You shall be very carefull that nothing be done prejudicial to the interest of Trade of any of the Kingdoms Countrys or People under Our Obedience and if any thing of that kind happen. You shall presently endeavour to have it remedyed and upon deniall of Justice and due Satisfaction, You shall represent the same to Us and shall protect and countenance on all occasions Our Subjects trading to any of the Dominions of that Crown in Europe or America, or who may have any suits or just pretentious depending there procuring for them speedy Justice, and all the favour and Priviledges You are able. Yet for Our Honour and your own You must be cautious to engage yourself in such cases only as deserve the interposition of Our Name, and where the Complaint is justify ed by sufficient Proofs. Whereas We have thought fit to employ You in a Military as well as Civill Capacity, We hereby grant You full liberty to remove from the Court to the Camp, and to return again from the Camp to the Court, as You shall judge most conducive to the service of Us and of Our Allys. Whereas We have appointed You to commander in chief all and singular Our Troops and Forces, which We have or shall have in Spain, for the better government of them You are to prepare and publish such Rules "and Ordinances as are fitt to be observed by all Officers and Soldiers under your command, as also to punish all offenders and Transgressors against the same by Death or otherwise according to the nature of their Offences, as they shall appear upon Tryall before a Court Martial which You are to assemble as often as you shall see occasion, pursuant to the directions of a late Act of Parliament for punishing mutiny and desertion, and according to their judgment You are to cause sentence to be pronounced against the Person or Persons so offending either of Pains of Death or such other Pains and Penaltys as shall be though fitt to be inflicted by the said Court Martial, which sentence or sentences You are to cause to be put in execution or to suspend the same as in your discretion You shall see cause; and You may pardon or repreive any Person under any sentence till our Pleasure be known. And for execution of Justice in Our said Army, You may appoint a Provost Martial, to use and exercise that Office as it is usually practiced in the Law Martiall. And whereas We have appointed a Judge Advocate to attend the said Court Martial, for the more orderly proceedings of the same. You may in case of Death, Sickness, or necessary absence of the said Judge Advocate, depute another Person, such as in Your discretion You shall think fit to execute the said Office; and You are to cause the exact numbers of the effective Men in every Regiment, Troop, and Compa.…
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Gerard A.J. Stodolski, Inc. Autographs
Bedford, NH, U.S.A.
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GERARD A.J. STODOLSKI, INC. IS ONE OF THE WORLD'S LEADING PURVEYORS OF FINE HISTORIC AUTOGRAPHS, ORIGINAL MANUSCRIPTS, NOTABLE PHOTOGRAPHS, SIGNIFICANT FIRST EDITION BOOKS AND SIGNED DOCUMENTS FROM ALL AGES IN HISTORY. Since 1978, we have helped develop superb private libraries and major institutional holdings. We excel in locating the unique single item or in developing specialty collections of Presidents, Literature, History, Royalty, Women, Philosophy, Americana, Science, Medicine, Law, Music and Art. Whether you are a beginning or seasoned collector, we can help you build the collection you want. We invite you to contact us about your interests and discuss which services we can provide for you. More About Us Our experience spans over six decades in the historic autograph, rare book and manuscript field. During those years we have been engaged in the full-time business of buying, selling and appraising original letters, manuscripts, documents, signed photographs, historical ephemera, posters and books. We have been members of the ABAA and ILAB for over 35 years. Among our many clients are: The White House, the Library of Congress, major libraries, colleges and Ivy League universities. Many of the finest private libraries and collections on the planet contain items that have passed through our hands. The total dollar amount of this material is incalculable. We have been profiled with a segment on the ABC Evening News, and have been quoted and/or interviewed by: The New York Times, NY Daily News, The Washington Post, and other major newspapers, both here and abroad. We have also authenticated and appraised major collections of material including: Abraham Lincoln’s ‘House divided’ speech for a Morgan Library patron; to Louisa May Alcott’s family archive, and the Leon Trotsky archives, both at Harvard University; to a major collection of French Impressionist artist letters; to a world class collection of Charles Dickens, now residing at the Dickens House Museum in London; to co-appraising the archives of The New York Stock Exchange, among hundreds of others. Our experience is second to none. We exhibit at many of the major book fairs and symposiums held nationally and internationally. Additionally, we participate in both auction and non-auction sales of material, representing client interests in New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Hong Kong, Philadelphia, London, Paris, Shanghai, Berlin, Rome, Geneva and elsewhere. Unconditional Guarantee The authenticity of all material is guaranteed, without time limit. Any item found to be otherwise may be returned for an immediate, full refund of the purchase price. Refunds and our liability are limited to the original purchase price. Terms of Sale All items are subject to prior sale. Title of the material remains with the seller until invoice is paid in full. Shipping and insurance are extra. Extended payment options and “Lay-a-ways”, are possible. Institutions may be billed according to their needs. Return Policy Our return policy allows items to be returned for any reason within seven (7) days of receipt, in the same condition that the item was sent out. Exceptions to this policy may be considered, if arranged in advance, and the terms must be in writing. Privacy Policy The privacy of our clients is of the utmost importance to us. All transactions and communications are kept strictly private, and we will not share or sell your information with anyone. Full information on our Technology Privacy Policy may be found on our website. …
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Gerard A.J. Stodolski, Inc.
Five Chickadee Court
Bedford, NH U.S.A. 03110-4800
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