1831 Sir William Cockburn ALS - British General
1831 Sir William Cockburn ALS – British Lieutenant General – Lansdown Crescent Bath – Greatcoat Letter
Original autograph letter signed by Sir William Cockburn, 6th Baronet (1769–1835), dated October 30, 1831, written from Brigstocke and referencing his residence at Lansdown Crescent, Bath.
Cockburn was a distinguished British Army officer who attained the rank of Lieutenant-General and was a member of the prominent Cockburn family. Following military service he resided at Lansdown Crescent in Bath.
The letter concerns personal arrangements and requests regarding the forwarding of his greatcoat to his Bath residence. Such everyday correspondence provides a fascinating glimpse into the private life of a senior British officer during the Regency period.
Features:
Autograph letter signed "W. Cockburn"
Dated October 30, 1831
Written from Brigstocke
References Lansdown Crescent, Bath
Four-page folded letter format
Original manuscript ink on laid paper
Excellent military and aristocratic association
Condition:
Original folds as sent
Minor age toning and edge wear
Small losses at margins
Signature remains clear and attractive
An appealing autograph and military-history item from a British Lieutenant-General and baronet.
1831 Sir William Cockburn ALS – British Lieutenant General – Lansdown Crescent Bath – Greatcoat Letter
Original autograph letter signed by Sir William Cockburn, 6th Baronet (1769–1835), dated October 30, 1831, written from Brigstocke and referencing his residence at Lansdown Crescent, Bath.
Cockburn was a distinguished British Army officer who attained the rank of Lieutenant-General and was a member of the prominent Cockburn family. Following military service he resided at Lansdown Crescent in Bath.
The letter concerns personal arrangements and requests regarding the forwarding of his greatcoat to his Bath residence. Such everyday correspondence provides a fascinating glimpse into the private life of a senior British officer during the Regency period.
Features:
Autograph letter signed "W. Cockburn"
Dated October 30, 1831
Written from Brigstocke
References Lansdown Crescent, Bath
Four-page folded letter format
Original manuscript ink on laid paper
Excellent military and aristocratic association
Condition:
Original folds as sent
Minor age toning and edge wear
Small losses at margins
Signature remains clear and attractive
An appealing autograph and military-history item from a British Lieutenant-General and baronet.
