19th Century Manuscript Letters from Major Arthur Wellesley Williams, Once Captain of the 12 Regiment of Light Dragoons

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On offer are two Autographed Signed Letters (ASL) of Major Arthur Wellesley Williams (1817-1891) regarding business dealings. The letters addressed from Northampton Barracks and on e dated August 16th, no year. The second is simply dated "Tuesday". Both letters are addressed only to a "Sir" and both discuss making arrangements for the receipt of books. Arthur Wellesley Williams was a Major in the army, 10th Hussars when he died in 1891. Born on 1817 to Robert Williams and Anne Hughes. Arthur married Rose Stoddart and they had 7 children. Williams was appointed Captain, without purchase, in 1853 in the 12 Regiment of Light Dragoons. Two autograph letters signed. Each; one hand written page of 4 pages; folded to 7-1/4 x 4-1/2 inches. There is an X marked on both letters below heading. Both pieces have a hole in the centre approximately 1/4 inch affecting one word on one page of each letter. Age toned paper with minor soiling. Overall condition otherwise is good. Show more