Letter from Warren Hastings, Governor-General of Bengal to his wife, 17th August 1780. Artist: Warren Hastings

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Letter from Warren Hastings, Governor-General of Bengal to his wife, 17th August 1780. Artist: Warren Hastings

Letter from Warren Hastings, Governor-General of Bengal to his wife, 17th August 1780. Letter written from Calcutta on a Thursday morning by Hastings informing her of his duel with Philip Francis, Member of the Council. In a second letter to his wife written on the evening of the same day, he writes I now have the pleasure to tell you that Mr Francis is in no manner of danger, tha ball having passed through the muscular part of his back just bellow the shoulders, but without penetrating or injuring any of the bones. As you say Who knows what may happen? Who can look into the seeds of time? The detached signature is taken from another letter to his wife

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EDITORS COMMENTS
. This print captures a piece of history in the form of a letter written by Warren Hastings, the Governor-General of Bengal. Dated 17th August 1780, this correspondence reveals an intriguing incident that occurred during his time in Calcutta. In this letter, written on a Thursday morning, Hastings informs his beloved wife about a dramatic duel he had with Philip Francis, a Member of the Council. The artist himself has depicted this event through his own handwriting and signature found on another letter to his wife. The image showcases not only the artistry involved in recreating historical documents but also sheds light on the personal life and challenges faced by those in positions of power during colonial times. It serves as a reminder that even influential figures like Hastings were not exempt from engaging in physical altercations to defend their honor. Furthermore, it is evident from another letter written later that evening that Mr. Francis survived without any serious harm. The bullet passed through his back muscles below the shoulders without causing damage to any bones. This print offers us a glimpse into an era marked by imperialism and political tensions while providing insight into the marriage between Warren Hastings and his devoted wife. It is truly an invaluable artifact that brings history alive before our eyes.

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