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Letter from Johanna St. John to Thomas Hardyman, 13th March 1661

Letter from Lady Johanna St.John, writing from her home at Battersea Manor to Thomas Hardyman, her Steward at Lydiard Park, 13rh March 1661.

The letter concerns sending Muscovy ducks from Lydiard to St. James Park, London.

Year
1661
Author
Lady Johanna St.John
Type
Letter
Location
Wiltshire and Swindon History Centre
Reference
3430/22
Copyright
Wiltshire and Swindon History Centre
Last updated on
Tuesday 5th May 2026
Lef. re. Muscovy ducks 3430-22 (iv).jpg
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Lef. re. Muscovy ducks 3430-22 (iv).jpg
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