Copy of a Letter from Brigadier-General Sir John Malcolm, to HM Envoy in Persia, Sir Harford Jones
IOR/L/PS/9/68/57
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The record is made up of 1 item (12 folios). It was created in 15 Jul 1810. It was written in English. The original is part of the British Library: India Office The department of the British Government to which the Government of India reported between 1858 and 1947. The successor to the Court of Directors. Records and Private Papers Documents collected in a private capacity. .
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Copy of a letter from the British Government of India’s Envoy to Persia [Iran], Brigadier-General Sir John Malcolm, to HM Envoy Extraordinary and Minister Plenipotentiary A diplomatic representative who ranks below an ambassador. The term can be shortened to 'envoy'. to Persia, Sir Harford Jones, of 15 July 1810. The letter contains Malcolm's views concerning the Definitive Treaty [Preliminary Treaty of Friendship and Alliance] between Britain and Persia. In the letter, Malcolm recommends the establishment of a permanent military force in Persia to provide for Persia’s defence and stability, and therefore create in Persia a buffer to protect the north western frontier of India. Malcolm also gives reflections on the present state of forces in Persia, recommendations for the composition and leadership of his proposed force, his views on the possible factors that might affect Anglo-Persian relations, and makes suggestions for the future of Britain's relationship with the King [Shah], Fath-Ali Shah Qajar, and the Heir Apparent [Crown Prince], Abbas Mirza.
The letter was enclosed in Jones's secret letter of 26 July 1810, which was received on 21 November 1810.
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- British Library: India Office The department of the British Government to which the Government of India reported between 1858 and 1947. The successor to the Court of Directors. Records and Private Papers Documents collected in a private capacity.
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- HM Ambassador to IranShah of PersiaCrown Prince of PersiaJohn Malcolm
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- Copy of a Letter from Brigadier-General Sir John Malcolm, to HM Envoy in Persia, Sir Harford Jones
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