Notes and Queries, Number 200, August 27, 1853 A Medium of Inter-communication for Literary Men, Artists, Antiquaries, Geneologists, etc.

"Notes and Queries, Number 200, August 27, 1853" by Various is a historical journal written in the mid-19th century. This publication serves as a medium for communication among literary men, artists, antiquarians, genealogists, and others, encompassing a wide range of topics related to history, literature, and culture. It appears to function as a platform for the exchange of ideas, queries, and knowledge, fostering scholarly discussion among its readers. The opening of this issue presents various notes and queries from contributors, including a detailed examination of the English, Irish, and Scottish knights of the Order of St. John of Jerusalem. This piece includes requests for assistance from readers to clarify historical details regarding specific knights and the broader context of the Order’s history. The beginning also features minor notes on topics like the significance of various figures in history, literary correspondence about Shakespeare, and mentions of curiosities from British history. Overall, it sets the stage for a richly informative publication aimed at those interested in delving deeper into the historical and literary inquiries of the time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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