Conolly-Napier papers,
1783-1840.
Correspondence of Lady Louisa Conolly, Lady Sarah Napier and Emily Bunbury (née Napier), including letters etc. relating to participation of Lord Edward Fitzgerald in the 1798 rebellion.
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| Format: | Manuscript |
| Language: | English |
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| Notes: | Collection of ca. 60 original letters, with some copies and associated items, by members of the families of the Duke of Leinster and the Duke of Richmond, and of the Conolly and Napier families, mainly relating to the 1798 Rebellion, the death of Lord Edward Fitzgerald, and contemporary political and social affairs. Some letters are tipped in and others are loose in volume. Bound items: MS 34,922 Separate items: MS 40,242 Physical description: 1 box & 1 volume. more |
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Letter from Thomas Conolly to his wife’s sister Lady Sarah Napier,
1784 Oct. 16.
| In Collection: | Conolly-Napier papers, 1783-1840. |
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| Description: | Thomas Conolly, Dublin writing to his wife’s sister Lady Sarah Napier remarks on his high regard for her husband, George Napier and adds '...You will be glad to hear that the paroxysm of the popular frenzy in this country [Ireland] is at an end ... we shall quit politicks [sic, politics] and the firelock and return to industry and the plough...'. |
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| Language: | English |
| Extent: | 1 item (1 sheet). |
| Format: | Manuscript |
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MS 40,242/3
(Manuscripts Reading Room) |
| Rights: | Reproduction rights owned by the National Library of Ireland. |