Proceedings and Dispatches, Aden 1839 [‎403v] (196/278)

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The item consists primarily of correspondence with notes, reports and memoranda dated between 10 July and 2 September 1839; it relates to Aden during the first month after its capture by the British.

The papers cover the following: a request for weights and measures at the Custom House at Aden; Captain Stafford Bettesworth Haines and his position in Aden as Political Agent A mid-ranking political representative (equivalent to a Consul) from the diplomatic corps of the Government of India or one of its subordinate provincial governments, in charge of a Political Agency. ; the introduction of Bombay [Mumbai] currency in Aden; the establishment of a British port in Aden; improvements in the lines of communication between Bombay and Aden; the movements of European, British and Egyptian troops around the Gulf; an agreement with the Sultan of Aden; riots in Aden; a revolt by the Sultan's son; the Jewish community in Aden.

The main correspondents are the following: Governor-General of India; Political Agent A mid-ranking political representative (equivalent to a Consul) from the diplomatic corps of the Government of India or one of its subordinate provincial governments, in charge of a Political Agency. , Aden; Accountant General of India; General of the British Army; Secretary to the Government of Bombay From c. 1668-1858, the East India Company’s administration in the city of Bombay [Mumbai] and western India. From 1858-1947, a subdivision of the British Raj. It was responsible for British relations with the Gulf and Red Sea regions. ; Government of India's Foreign and Political Department; Chief Secretary to the Government of Bombay From c. 1668-1858, the East India Company’s administration in the city of Bombay [Mumbai] and western India. From 1858-1947, a subdivision of the British Raj. It was responsible for British relations with the Gulf and Red Sea regions. .

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