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Extract of a letter to Mr Blundell from Burney, 1834-06-20

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/RCMS 65/9/11

Scope and Contents

The letter concerns boundaries: Burney argues that the Salween was never a boundary between Burma, Siam and Zimmay; that river boundaries are a European concept; and that both Burmese and Thais are used to crossing the river for raids.

Dates

  • Creation: 1834-06-20

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Language of Materials

English

Physical Description

paper

Finding aid date

2016-02-26 15:05:59+00:00

Includes index.

Repository Details

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