Autograph letter signed by Henry Paget, Lord Angelsey Waterloo dated 1847

Henry Paget, 1st Marquess of Anglesey (1768-1854). Autograph Letter Signed concerning an application submitted to the Bishop of London. 12 May 1847.
 
Single sheet folded to make four pages, 115 x 185 mm, written on three sides. Old horizontal and vertical folds as issued with light age toning and minor handling wear, overall very good.
 
Within the letter, Paget thanks the recipient for forwarding papers, which he promises to examine carefully before offering his advice. He then mentions a Mr Johnston and an application to the Bishop of London. 
 
Henry Paget (1768-1854), 1st Marquess of Anglesey, was one of Britain's most celebrated cavalry commanders. Having distinguished himself throughout the Napoleonic Wars, he commanded the British heavy cavalry at the Battle of Waterloo, where he was struck by cannon fire during the closing stages of the battle, necessitating the amputation of his right leg. The incident became one of the most famous episodes associated with Waterloo and with the Duke of Wellington. Although administrative in content, letters from Anglesey are rare.