King James II Letter Signed Praising a Catholic Diplomat Amid the Religious Controversies of 1686

King James II Letter Signed Praising a Catholic Diplomat Amid the Religious Controversies of 1686 The last Catholic monarch (1633-1701) to reign over the Kingdoms of England, Scotland, and Ireland, crowned in 1685. LS in French, signed “votre tres affectionné frere et Cousin, Jacques R,” one page, 6.75 x 9, July 17, 1686. Addressed from Windsor to Philip William, Elector Palatine, concerning the departure of his resident at the English court, James Stamford. In full (translated): “My Brot

Kategori

Books & manuscripts

Plats

Amherst