Identity area
Reference code
Carrighan/Box 2/1-2/1/9
Unique identifier
GB 275 Carrighan/Box 2/1-2/1/9
Title
Autograph letter, signed, to Lieutenant Colonel John Carrighan (AJC's brother) from Rome
Date(s)
- 25 March 1820 (Creation)
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Item
Extent and medium
4p Manuscript paper
Context area
Name of creator
(1781-1845)
Biographical history
Admitted pensioner at St John's College, 1798; B.A. 1803; M.A. 1806; Fellow, 1804-33; Senior Dean, 1814-16; Sacrist, 1822-3; Steward, 1823-4 and 1826-33; Rector of Barrow, Suffolk, 1832-45.
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Scope and content
Gives a description of journey from Paris to Rome, including crossing Mount Cenis in deep snow. Contends that his health has never been better. Has been pleased to meet up with old friends in Italy. Believes that Italy is becoming dearer, and made sure to arrive in Rome before Holy Week in order to find reasonable lodgings. Has been to a number of social occasions, including a concert by Romberg.