. Bound for an admiral. English, mid 18th century. Mottled calfskin. The front cover has a centrepiece of crossed sabres and a ribbon with 'In memory of the Battles of Thonhausen Quebec &c 1759'; the back cover has a red label lettered 'For George Pocock Esqr. Vice Admiral of the Red'. 'Hanway' bindings became famous in their day as tools for philanthropy and have become highly collectible. An account of the Society for the Encouragement of British Troops. 1760. Hanway, Jonas [author] Bodleian Libraries, An account of the Society for the Encouragement of British Troops

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