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RefNoMS/957/113
LevelItem
TitleLetter from B. [Benjamin] Hawes, War Office, to E [Edward] Kater
CreatorHawes; Sir Benjamin (1797-1862); British politician
Date29 February 1860
DescriptionHe is directed by Secretary of War [Sidney] Herbert to express regret that Kater had not received acknowledgement for his valuable report of 3 June, on the application of photography to the Ordnance Survey's map reductions. This has been helpful in assessing Colonel [Henry] James's request for remuneration in introducing the process. Herbert desires to express his gratitude on behalf of the Government.
Extent2p.
FormatManuscript
PhysicalDescriptionInk on paper
Dimensions323x201mm.
AccessStatusOpen
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