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1st Earl of Russell
British Prime Minister, 1846-52 and 1865-66
British Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs, 1859-65
(1792-1878) Lord John Russell was born into the highest echelons of the British aristocracy. His family had been one of the principal Whig dynasties in England since the 17th century, and were among the richest handful of aristocratic landowning families in the country. He served two terms as British Prime Minister, 1846-52, and 1865-66. He also served as British Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs, 1859-65 which included the entire period of the American Civil War.
Signature on 1850 Envelope Panel: 4 3/4 x 3 1/8, in ink, signed at lower left, Jn. Russell. Addressed to Joseph Toomer, Esqr., 62 Marland Place, Southampton. C.D.S., 1850, with British crown at top. Old red wax seal at top center. This is the front panel of the cover only. Very fine.
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