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Portuguese letters and royal orders

Portuguese letters and royal orders

Descriptive Summary

Title: Portuguese letters and royal orders
Creator: Unknown
Inclusive Dates: 1648-1653
Language(s): Portuguese
Extent: 1 folder(s)
Collection Number: ms561
Repository: Hargrett Library

Collection Description

Scope and Content

The collection consists of mostly original letters and royal orders covering the years 1648-1653 pertaining to the administration of Brazil, the war against the Dutch, reorganization of the armed forces in Bahia, commerce, and other matters of like import. The documents are written in old Portuguese and some are faded and difficult to read.


Administrative Information

Preferred Citation

Portuguese letters and royal orders, ms561, Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Library, The University of Georgia Libraries.


Related Materials and Subjects

Subject Terms

Brazil -- Civilization -- Portuguese influences.
Brazil -- History -- Dutch Conquest, 1624-1654.
Portugal -- History, Military.
Portugal -- Politics and government -- 1640-1656.
Portugal. Exército
Salvador (Brazil)

Series Descriptions and Folder Listing

 
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11Letters and royal orders, 1648-1653