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17 Feb 55 Sir Peter Laurie 7, Park Square, London Julius ______________________________________________________________________________________________

Park Square

17 Feb^y 1855

Dear Julius

I congratulate you upon getting your commission & shall have much pleasure in giving you a sword. You have my best wishes & I trust you will distinguish yourself as a Soldier & do yourself honor as a Gentleman.

Yours truly

P Laurie

Julius Dyson Laurie Ens

34^th Reg^t