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Hayman Rooke (1723-1806)
Descriptions and sketches of some remarkable oaks in the park at Welbeck, in the county of Nottingham, a seat of the Duke of Portland / Hayman Rooke. 1790
RCIN 1057420
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Hayman Rooke was a soldier and antiquary. Following his retirement from the army, he began exploring the antiquities of Nottinghamshire, writing several books on the history and archaeology of the county. This book concerns the ancient oaks growing at Welbeck Abbey, the seat of the Dukes of Portland.
Provenance
From the collection of the botanist William Forsyth (c. 1772-1835). Acquired by William IV, 1830-37
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