Name

Duke of Atholl applies for Governorship of Isle of Man to Lord Grenville

Description

A letter from the Duke of Atholl to Lord Grenville (12 February 1791) requesting appointment as Governor of the Isle of Man with salary. Atholl emphasises his attachment to the island, his intention to reside there quarterly, and his ability to prevent smuggling and illicit practices that damage Crown revenues. This is highly relevant to post-Revestment governance and the Crown's continued concerns about smuggling on the island.

Date

12 February 1791

Place

Great Britain

Isle of Man

Related To

James Murray, 2nd Duke of Atholl

John Murray, 4th Duke of Atholl

George III

Type

Financial Data

Collection

Crown Administration

Type

Primary Source Transcription

Date Created

1791-02-12

Creator

Duke of Atholl

Audience

Lord Grenville

Identifier

HO 98/64

Language

English