Lot 53239 – Early Mexican Postal History

1829 (Sep 26) Defeat of the Spanish at Tampico, entire to London with manuscript charge and very fine red boxed ‘PORTSMOUTH/SHIP LETTER’ h.s. Written in English Letter reads ‘Today great festivities are taking place in this city to celebrate the victory gained over the Spaniards at Tampico. The whole expedition has been obliged to capitulate, giving up their arms and colours. It is hoped that this will scare Spain from repeating her impotent attempts at a reconquest. A fine, rare and important piece of Mexican postal history.