Copy 1, Volume 1
Journal of a residence in Germany, written during a professional attendance on Their Royal Highnesses the Duke and Duchess of Clarence, (Their Most Gracious Majesties) during their visits to the courts of that country in 1822, 1825 & 1826 / By William Beattie.
- William Beattie
- Date:
- 1831
Licence: Public Domain Mark
Credit: Journal of a residence in Germany, written during a professional attendance on Their Royal Highnesses the Duke and Duchess of Clarence, (Their Most Gracious Majesties) during their visits to the courts of that country in 1822, 1825 & 1826 / By William Beattie. Source: Wellcome Collection.
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