Autograph:1784 letter written by Charles Edward Stuart in French; under the assumed title of King Charles III; to his brother and heir Henry Benedict; titular Duke of York. He declares that his (natural) daughter Charlotte (later styled Duchess of Albany); having been recognised by himself; by France and by the Pope; is 'Royal Highness for you and everywhere'. He disclaims however; any intention of disputing his brother's rights and prays him in return not to dispute those of his daughter. Written in Florence; 2 November 1784. Jacobite pretender to the thrones of England; Scotland and Ireland; 31 December 1720 ? 31 January 1788. Source: British Museum.