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CollectionGB 0231 University of Aberdeen, Special Collections
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Ref NoMS 3470/6/1/1683
TitleTranslation of a letter from Shahim Bey to Major Missett
DateApril 22nd 1807
DescriptionExpressing fears that if the Beys moved northwards before Rosetta were taken, Mahomet Ali would molest their families as soon as they left. But, in the opinion of the Beys, as soon as Rosetta falls, the British Army is bound to move up-river and then a meeting could be arranged at Embabe
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