Contract appointing Richard Beaumont as gamekeeper to the Marquis of Halifax.
Published / Created:
Yorkshire, 1686 November 15.
Physical Description:
1 item ([1] p.) ; 29 x 37 cm, folded to 29 x 18.5 cm.
Collection:
Rare Books and Manuscripts
Copyright Status:
Copyright Not Evaluated
Classification:
Archives & Manuscripts
Notes:
George Savile, 1st Marquess of Halifax (11 November 1633-5 April 1695) was an English statesman, writer, and politician, "known as “The Trimmer' because of his moderating position in the fierce party struggles of his day" (Britannica). At the time of the present manuscript, Halifax had recently been dismissed from privy council for his refusal to support the repeal of the Test and Habeas Corpus Acts.
Subject Terms:
Halifax, George Savile, Marquis of, 1633–1695. | Beaumont, Richard, 1654–1691. | Gamekeepers -- England. | Hunting -- England. | Country life -- England.