Abstract: A copy of a letter from Dr Andrew Jukes, Political Agent, to Francis Warden, Chief Secretary of the Government of Bombay [Mumbai], sent from Bushire [Būshehr] and dated 14 August 1821.The letter concerns the island of Kishm [Qeshm] which has been occupied by British forces. It reports historical and political information collected by Jukes on Kishm and its rulers. It examines the questions of Persia [Iran] or Muscat’s ultimate sovereignty over Kishm and Persia’s claim that Muscat is its tributary.The letter was enclosed in the letter of Henry Willock, HM Chargé d’Affaires in Persia, to the Secret Committee of the Court of Directors of the East India Company dated 25 January 1822 (IOR/L/PS/9/69/79).Physical description: Condition: the letter was perforated in an attempt to stop the spread of disease.
Abstract: A translation of a note from Mirza Abdul Wahab [Mīrzā Abdul Wahāb Nishāt Isfahānī], Foreign Minister of Persia [Iran], to Henry Willock, HM Chargé d’Affaires in Persia, dated 1 Rubee il akher [Rabi’ al-Thani] 1237 (26 December 1821).While affirming friendship with Britain, the note protests the occupation of Kishm [Qeshm] by British forces as inconsistent with previous treaty agreements (adjusted Definitive Treaty 1814). It also states that William Bruce will be allowed to return to his post as Resident at Bushire [Būshehr] on conditions.The note was enclosed in Willock’s letter the Secret Committee of the Court of Directors of the East India Company dated 25 January 1822 (IOR/L/PS/9/69/79).Physical description: 1 item (3 folios)
Abstract: A copy of a letter from Dr Andrew Jukes, Political Agent, to Francis Warden, Chief Secretary to the Government of Bombay [Mumbai], sent from Sheraz [Shīrāz] and dated 23 October 1821.The letter describes Jukes’s meetings with local officials including the Prince of Sheraz [Husayn ‘Ali Mīrzā Farmānfarmā, Prince-Governor of Fārs], concerning the British occupation of the island of Kishm [Qeshm] and the conduct of William Bruce, Resident at Bushire [Būshehr].The letter was enclosed in the letter of Henry Willock, HM Chargé d’Affaires in Persia [Iran], to the Secret Committee of the Court of Directors of the East India Company dated 25 January 1822 (IOR/L/PS/9/69/79).Physical description: 1 item (4 folios)
Abstract: A translation of a note from Mirza Abdul Wahab [Mīrzā Abdul Wahāb Nishāt Isfahānī], Foreign Minister of Persia [Iran], to Henry Willock, HM Chargé d’Affaires in Persia, received 21 January 1822.In response to Willock’s note (IOR/L/PS/9/69/84), Mirza Abdul Wahab states that the Prince [Prince-Governor] of Fārs will come to Tehran to agree on measures to suppress ‘piracy’ and guarantee the security of the Gulf that are acceptable to both Britain and Persia. The letter also states that William Bruce will be permitted to return to his post as Resident in Bushire [Būshehr] if he does not interfere with affairs outside of his post, and affirms Persian sovereignty over Kishm [Qeshm].The note was enclosed in Willock’s letter the Secret Committee of the Court of Directors of the East India Company dated 25 January 1822 (IOR/L/PS/9/69/79).Physical description: 1 item (3 folios)
Abstract: Reports of conferences between Henry Willock, HM Chargé d’Affaires in Persia [Iran], and Mirza Abdul Wahab [Mīrzā Abdul Wahāb Nishāt Isfahānī], Foreign Minister of Persia, between 15 December 1821 and 3 January 1822, recorded by John McNeill, Assistant Surgeon.The discussions concern Britain’s desire for a military base in the Gulf to combat ‘piracy’, in particular on Kishm [Qeshm] or Keiss [Kīsh].The reports were enclosed in Willock’s letter the Secret Committee of the Court of Directors of the East India Company dated 25 January 1822 (IOR/L/PS/9/69/82).Physical description: 1 item (9 folios)
Abstract: A translation of a note from Hajee Mahomed Hussein Khan [Hājī Mohammad Husayn Khān Isfahānī], Sudr Aazim [Sadr-e ’Azam, Prime Minister] of Persia [Iran], and Mirza Abdul Wahab [Mīrzā Abdul Wahāb Nishāt Isfahānī], Moatemed ed Dowleh [Mu’tamid al-Dawla, Foreign Minister], to Henry Willock, HM Chargé d’Affaires in Persia, received 17 December 1820.In response to Willock’s letters (IOR/L/PS/9/69/49-50), the Ministers remonstrate with Willock regarding the entry of British ships into Persian ports without permission, assert Persian sovereignty over Kishm [Qeshm] and Hengaum [Hengām], and protest the landing of British troops on Kishm, arguing that the security of the Gulf should be secured by the Prince [Prince-Governor] of Fārs rather than British forces. They also condemn the actions of William Bruce, Resident in Bushire [Būshehr], in relation to Charak [Bandar-e Charāk] and Lingua [Bandar-e Lengeh], demand compensation from Bruce for Persian subjects, and refuse the cession of an island for a British base in the Gulf.The letter was enclosed in Willock’s letter to the Secret Committee of the Court of Directors of the East India Company dated 26 December 1820 (IOR/L/PS/9/69/46).Physical description: 1 item (6 folios)
Abstract: A copy of a letter from Henry Willock, HM Chargé d’Affaires in Persia [Iran], to the Marquis of Hastings, Governor-General of Bengal, sent from Tehran and dated 20 December 1820.The letter reports developments in Anglo-Persian relations following the 1819 British expedition against ‘piracy’, forwarding correspondence with Persian Ministers (IOR/L/PS/9/69/47-52). It also discusses the relations of the Prince-Governor of Fars with the central Persian Government and with Dushtistaun [Dashtistān]The letter was enclosed in Willock’s letter to the Secret Committee of the Court of Directors of the East India Company dated 26 December 1820 (IOR/L/PS/9/69/46).Physical description: 1 item (4 folios)
Abstract: A translation of a letter from Hussein Ally [Husayn ‘Ali Mīrzā Farmānfarmā], Prince of Shīrāz [Prince-Governor of Fārs], to Major Duchamp (or Deschamps), Acting Political Agent on Kishm [Qeshm], undated.The Prince states that he has written to Bombay [Mumbai] and sent an envoy to Kishm to protest against the British presence and prohibit construction works on the island.The letter was enclosed in the letter from Henry Willock, HM Chargé d'Affaires in Persia [Iran], to the Secret Committee of the Court of Directors of the East India Company dated 31 May 1821.Physical description: 1 item (2 folios)
Abstract: A copy of a letter from Major Duchamp, Acting Political Agent on Kishm [Qeshm], to Henry Willock, HM Chargé d'Affaires in Persia [Iran], sent from Kishm and dated 13 March 1821.The letter forwards a letter from the Prince of Shīrāz [Husayn ‘Ali Mīrzā Farmānfarmā, Prince-Governor of Fārs] regarding the occupation of Kishm by British troops (IOR/L/PS/9/69/64), and relays reports that the Prince is amassing troops and ships.The letter was enclosed in Willock’s letter to the Secret Committee of the Court of Directors of the East India Company dated 31 May 1821.Physical description: 1 item (2 folios)
Abstract: A copy of a letter from Henry Willock, HM Chargé d'Affaires in Persia [Iran], to Major Duchamp (or Deschamps), Acting Political Agent on Kishm [Qeshm], sent from Tehran and dated 30 May 1821.The letter reports orders given by the Shah [Fath-‘Ali Shāh Qājār] to strengthen the frontier on the Gulf coast. It also covers Persian relations with Muscat in relation to the British military presence on Kishm [Qeshm] and a threat by the Prince of Shiraz [Husayn ‘Ali Mīrzā Farmānfarmā, Prince-Governor of Fārs] to terminate the lease of Persian territories to the Imaum [Imam] of Muscat.The letter was enclosed in Willock’s letter to the Secret Committee of the Court of Directors of the East India Company dated 31 May 1821.Physical description: 1 item (2 folios)
Abstract: Imprint:Published by James Horsburgh, Hydrographer to the East India Company.Distinctive Features:Relief shown by hachures. Depth shown by soundings.Nautical chart of the Clarence Strait in the Persian Gulf compiled from the surveys carried out by the Bombay Marine’s officers between 1820 and 1829. Depicts the coastline of the mainland and the western part of the Island Kishm [Qeshm] with areas dry at low water stippled and indicated by a dotted line.Continuation of the map entitled ‘Sheet 1’ is held at IOR/X/3630/28/1.Physical description: Dimensions:526 x 699 mm, on sheet 562 x 774 mm
Abstract: This volume relates to the British occupation of Basidu, situated on Kishm [Qeshm] Island in the Gulf, close to the south coast of Persia [Iran], and occupied by the British since the early 1820s. It is stated in the correspondence that the site had been used mainly as a coal depot for British naval vessels until 1913, and that since then it has been retained on 'political grounds', as a potential bargaining asset in negotiations with Persia.The correspondence primarily concerns the British claim (or lack thereof) to Basidu, in the event of the Persian Government questioning Britain's ongoing occupation. It covers the history of Basidu's status and the various existing agreements that relate to it, as part of an attempt by the British to gather documentary evidence to support their claim. Also discussed are a number of reported incidents at Basidu, involving British representatives and the local Persian authorities, mainly regarding customs, taxes, and the presence of the British naval guard. In addition, the correspondence touches on Anglo-Persian relations in general, with occasional references being made to ongoing treaty negotiations between the two countries.The volume's principal correspondents are as follows: the Political Resident in the Persian Gulf; the British Minister in Tehran; the Senior Naval Officer in the Persian Gulf; officials of the India Office, the Foreign Office, the Admiralty, and the Government of India's Foreign and Political Department. Other notable but less frequent correspondents include the following: the Foreign Secretary to the Government of India; the Viceroy of India; the Commander-in-Chief of the East Indies Station; the Law Officers of the Crown.Included with the correspondence are several related documents, including the following: two sketch maps (f 622); copies (in English and Arabic) of a treaty dated 1856 between Muscat and Persia, in which the Imam of Muscat acknowledges Kishm Island as being part of the Persian Empire (f 179 and ff 221-223); draft and final copies of an India Office memorandum dated 18 October 1933, outlining Britain's understanding of the history of the status of Basidu from 1720 to 1928, including extracts from nineteenth century reports and related correspondence (ff 46-54 and ff 123-159); a submission of reference, prepared by the India Office and the Foreign Office, for the Law Officers of the Crown, requesting the latter's legal opinion on the strength of the British claim to Basidu (ff 43-45 and ff 67-83); a copy of a secret report on Basidu, prepared by the Commander-in-Chief at the East Indies Station, containing extracts from the East Indies Station's records and notes from the Senior Naval Officer in the Persian Gulf (ff 16-38).The Arabic language material consists of the aforementioned treaty text. The material written in French consists of small extracts from correspondence and treaty articles. It should be noted that there is no material covering the years 1924 and 1925.The volume includes two dividers, which give a list of correspondence references contained in the volume by year. These are placed at the back of the correspondence (ff 4-5).Physical description: Foliation: the foliation sequence (used for referencing) commences at the inside front cover with 1, and terminates at the inside back cover with 651; these numbers are written in pencil, are circled, and are located in the top right corner of the recto side of each folio.