Letter of Recommendation Possibly 1791 - 1797

"Letter of Recommendation" is a historical document written by jonkheer Jan Hendrik van Kinsbergen, a Dutch naval officer, sometime between 1791 and 1797. The letter, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, is a testament to the communication practices of the late 18th century and provides insight into the social dynamics of the time. The handwritten script, penned in elegant cursive, reveals the importance of personal endorsements in securing positions within the Dutch navy.