Identity area
Reference code
GB 891 RAS GOV3-RAS GOV3/9-RAS GOV3/9/12
Title
Continuing Patronage on becoming King
Date(s)
- 3 May 2024 - 8 May 2024 (Creation)
Level of description
File
Extent and medium
2 letters
Context area
Name of creator
(1823-)
Administrative history
The Royal Asiatic Society of Great Britain and Ireland was founded by the eminent Sanskrit scholar Sir Henry Thomas Colebrooke on the 15th March 1823. It received its Royal Charter from King George IV on the 11th August 1824 'for the investigation of… read more
Name of creator
Repository
Content and structure area
Scope and content
After Charles became King, all his patronages were considered. This material concerns his decision to continue his patronage of the Royal Asiatic Society. There are two letters:
- Letter from Sir Clive Alderton, Principal Private Secretary to the King and … read more