| RefNo | MS/790/98 |
| Level | Item |
| Title | Letter from John Montagu [2nd Duke of Montagu], Ditton, to Martin Folkes |
| Creator | Montagu; John (1690 - 1749); 2nd Duke of Montagu |
| Recipient | Folkes; Martin (1690 - 1754); antiquary and natural philosopher |
| Date | 5 February 1741 |
| Description | Regarding the appointment of a new Astronomer Royal after the death of Edmond Halley. Montagu thinks Halley’s position is ‘upon the establishment of the ordnance’ [Montagu was Master-General of the Ordnance 1740-1742 and 1742–1749] and he will give [James] Bradley the position if it is in his gift or influence the King to do so. Montagu thinks ‘the sea’ is also concerned about getting a proper astronomer and so will petition for Bradley with Sir Charles Wager [First Lord of the Admiralty]. Sends Folkes the compliments of the Duchess of Montagu [Mary Montagu formerly Lady Mary Churchill]. Endorsed on the verso side containing the address as well as a note that ‘all payments remitted to 25 Dec. 1698’. |
| Extent | 2p |
| Format | Manuscript |
| PhysicalDescription | Ink on paper |
| AccessStatus | Open |
Fellows associated with this archive
| Code | PersonName | Dates |
| NA7805 | Montagu; John (1690 - 1749); 2nd Duke of Montagu; courtier, colonial governor and philanthropist | 1690 - 1749 |
| NA8423 | Halley; Edmond (1656 - 1742); astronomer | 1656 - 1742 |
| NA8376 | Bradley; James (1693 - 1762) | 1693 - 1762 |
| NA8378 | Folkes; Martin (1690 - 1754); antiquary and natural philosopher | 1690 - 1754 |