Letter to Robert Carter 1770 May 31

Access and use

Location of collection:
Colonial Williamsburg
John D. Rockefeller, Jr. Library
Colonial Williamsburg Foundation
P.O. Box 1776
Williamsburg, VA 23187
Contact for questions and access:
POC: Douglas Mayo
Phone: (757) 565-8521
Phone: (757) 565-8520
Fax: (757) 565-8528

Summary

Creator:
Fauquier, Francis
Abstract:
Language:
English

Background

Scope and content:

Discusses the receipt of a shipment of various articles from his father's estate, including wine; also lists items, including scientific apparatus, not yet received. Sends greet ings to various persons in Williamsburg, including Mrs. Dawson *Elizabeth Dawson, widow of William Dawson, president of the College of William and Mary!.

Biographical / historical:

Francis Fauquier (1703 – 3 March 1768) was a Lieutenant Governor of the colony of Virginia, and served as acting governor from 1758 until his death in 1768.

Acquisition information:
Purchase, 1952
Arrangement:

1 item.

Physical location:
On site.
Physical description:
1 item.