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Folio 158. An unsigned letter [from Queen Mary II] to the King [William III] [in...

Catalogue reference: SP 8/7/79

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This record is about the Folio 158. An unsigned letter [from Queen Mary II] to the King [William III] [in... dating from 1690 July 5 in the series King William's Chest. It is held at The National Archives, Kew.

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SP 8/7/79
Date
1690 July 5
Description

Folio 158. An unsigned letter [from Queen Mary II] to the King [William III] [in Ireland], dated at Whitehall [Middlesex]. Mary has been so busy she has scarcely had time to say her prayers and, for quiet, ran away to Kensington [Palace, Middlesex]. 'That place made me think how happy I was there when I had your dear company'.

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The National Archives, Kew
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Language
English
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Open Document, Open Description
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