Letterbook, August 1859-August 1862

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The bulk of the letters were written after Denison left Australia, in January 1861, and was serving as Governor of Madras. The subjects of the early despatches and letters include the military forces in New South Wales, the political situation in the colony, postal arrangements, public finances, the outbreak of hostilities in New Zealand, Denison's career prospects (1860) and his transfer to Madras. Some of his Indian letters refer to his experiences in Australia, such as his dealings with the Legislative Council in Van Diemen's Land.

The principal recipients are the Duke of Newcastle, Sir Charles Wood, Lord Canning and Sir George Clerk. The volume also contains ten original letters from Wood to Denison and one letter from Sir John Lawrence.

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