DA/1/5/8
Reference code
DA/1/5/8
Level of description
File
Title
Letter Recommendatory to the Dean and Chapter of Sarum from King James I
Date
26 May 1621
Quantity & Format
1 sheet
Description
Letter recommendatory to the Dean and Chapter from King James, with his signature, recommending John Davenant to the Bishopric of Salisbury which was made void by the death of the late incumbent [Robert Tounson]. Given at Westminster. 'Kirkham' is written at the bottom - possibly the scribe. 'To o[ur] trustie and well-beloved, the Deane and Chapter of our Cathedrall Church of Sarum.' is written on the back.
Language
English
Physical Characteristics
Material: paper
Keywords
James I
Davenant, John
Davenant, John