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Nottingham, Daniel Finch, Earl of, 1647-1730

 Person

Dates

  • Existence: 1647 - 1730

Biography

Daniel Finch, 2nd Earl of Nottingham, 7th Earl of Winchilsea (1647-1730), English Tory statesman.

Found in 4 Collections and/or Records:

William Appleton Aiken papers

 Collection
Call Number: MS 1093
Abstract:

The papers consist of correspondence, writings, research materials, and autograph letters relating to the literary work of William Appleton Aiken on the life of Daniel Fitch, second Earl of Nottingham. Also included are Aiken's personal papers including his diaries as an army intelligence officer in the Middle East during World War II and an exhibition scrapbook prepared by the Overseas Branch of the Office of War Information.

Dates: 1891-1971

Danby papers

 Collection
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

Letters to Edward Southwell (1671-1730) and others

 Collection
Call Number: OSBORN C205
Scope and Contents:

The following finding aid is a complete inventory of the contents of Osborn c205. This list was reformatted from previously existing cataloging.

Dates: 1702-1704

Edmund Poley papers

 Collection
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