From:
Algernon Percy (4th Duke of Northumberland)
To:
Sir John Herschel
Date:
[31 December 1847]
Source of text:
RAS:JH Archive 10/4.26; Reel 9
Summary:
Congratulations on success [of JH's Cape Results], and happy new year. Encloses letter from Austrian ambassador with Emperor's testimonial to JH. Exchanged private notes with Count Jarnac regarding French king's intention to reward JH. Hopes that British government will permit JH to accept special honor from Louis Phillipe.
Contributor:
John Herschel Project