| RefNo | MC/23/122 |
| AltRefNo | 08122 |
| Level | Item |
| Title | Letter from Leonard Darwin, Royal Geographical Society, 1 Savile Row, Burlington Gardens, London, to Lord Rayleigh, [Royal Society] |
| Creator | Darwin; Leonard (1850-1943); British eugenicist; economist; politician |
| Date | 14 July 1908 |
| Description | Seeks Lord Raleigh's support for Lieutenant Royds's promotion by proposing a communication to the Admiralty. Suggests that officers backed by scientific authorities are more inclined to participate in scientific expeditions. Asks if Lord Raleigh would be willing to sign the enclosed letter [enclosure present], emphasising that the signature enhances its value. Suggests copying it onto Royal Society paper, incorporating any desired amendments, and sending it back for the sender's signature and dispatch. |
| Extent | 2p |
| Format | Typescript |
| AccessStatus | Open |
Fellows associated with this archive
| Code | PersonName | Dates |
| NA6090 | Strutt; John William (1842 - 1919); 3rd Baron Rayleigh; experimental and mathematical physicist | 1842 - 1919 |