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The Wooing of Elizabeth Browne- Part Two

Posted on February 14, 2024 by victoriadraper24

As a sub-plot, there is within the letters a story of unrequited affection. In the only letter from John Browne, he writes to Sir Henry Gawdy in response to a letter (sadly not in this bundle) informing him that Henry’s … Continue reading →

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The Wooing of Elizabeth Browne- Part One

Posted on January 31, 2024 by victoriadraper24

The Browne family of Poringland, were well respected lesser gentry, with some wealth and property and good connexions. John Browne, gentleman, was secretary for many years to Sir Robert Wodehouse of Kimberly and then to Sir Arthur Heveningham of Ketteringham. … Continue reading →

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