Letters from Amy Richenda Ruck to Elizabeth Eleanor D'Arcy, 1868-[1874]
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Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS DAR 274/8
Scope and Contents
Collection of five letters sent from Amy Richenda Ruck, first wife of Francis Darwin, to Elizabeth Eleanor D'Arcy (1852-1928) between 1868 and [1874]. Elizabeth visited Australia in 1872 and in 1877 married Amy's elder brother Arthur Ashley Ruck (1847-1939). The letters carry news of family and mutual acquaintances and Amy's preparations for her forthcoming marriage to Francis.
Dates
- Creation: 1868-[1874]
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1 folder(s)
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Cambridge CB3 9DR United Kingdom
Map Dept enquiries: maps@lib.cam.ac.uk
all other enquiries: mss@lib.cam.ac.uk