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Sunderland, Robert Spencer, Earl of, 1640-1702

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Found in 2 Collections and/or Records:

Danby papers

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Call Number: OSB MSS 6
Abstract: The papers document aspects of Danby's political career, particularly his investigation of the Popish Plot and his impeachment in 1678. They include correspondence with Robert Spencer, Earl of Sunderland on the negotiation for the Treaty of Nijmegen; letters from several members of the House of Lords on affairs of state; extracts from the correspondence of Edward Coleman and from informants' testimonies; letters and documents relating to Danby's impeachment and imprisonment, including copies...
Dates: 1661-1748, bulk 1661-1684
Found in: Beinecke Rare Book and Manuscript Library > Danby papers

Edmund Poley papers

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Call Number: OSB MSS 1
Abstract:

The papers consist of correspondence and diplomatic papers documenting aspects of English history and foreign policy between 1680 and 1705.

Dates: 1645-1707
Found in: Beinecke Rare Book and Manuscript Library > Edmund Poley papers