Beaumez, Sarah Lyons Flucker (fl. 1784-1801) to Thomas and Francis Flucker [incomplete]
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02437.06874 Author/Creator: Beaumez, Sarah Lyons Flucker (fl. 1784-1801) Place Written: Calcutta, India Type: Autograph letter Date: 1 December 1796 Pagination: 4 p. ; 33.3 x 20.1 cm. Order a Copy
Writes a loving letter to her sons, who are in the United States while she is abroad. Mentions making living arrangements and forming a circle of acquaintance in Calcutta. Discusses her love for her sons and tells them to listen to their kind uncle [Henry Knox] who is caring for them. Describes India and her experiences there.
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