cover CORK: 1835 soldier's letter from a Drummer in the 31st Foot at Kurnaul to Berkshire (re-addressed on arrival), rated "1/9" but reduced to "3(d.)" on arrival), the address panel showing good light strike of the framed "INDIA LETTER/CORK" (In.1) in red; a little defective and slightly aged but otherwise fine. Fascinating content comprising a long, sanctimonious epistle invoking the names of God and Jesus Christ in virtually every sentence (full transcript included). The letter is dated 2nd November and finally reached Cork six months later on 9th May 1836. Photo