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This letter, dated October 30, 1897, from George, Duke of York (later King George V), is likely referring to the death of Prince Francis of Teck, who passed away on October 22, 1897. Prince Francis was the younger brother of George's wife, Mary of Teck (the Duchess mentioned in the letter).
White Lodge, Richmond Park
Oct 30th, 1897
My dear Martino,
The Duchess & I are much touched by your kind expressions of sympathy in our great loss.
We know that you can feel for us at this sad time, as you have had enough sorrow yourself.
We much appreciate your kind thought of us.
Believe me
very sincerely yrs,
George
George V (3 June 1865 – 20 January 1936) was King of the United Kingdom and the British Dominions, and Emperor of India, from 6 May 1910 until his death in 1936.
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