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Henry Alexander Douglas - Biography update

Henry Alexander Douglas, a London merchant and son of Sir William Douglas, was involved in trade, banking, and insurance from 1815-1836, specializing in Russian flax, Dutch East Indies goods, and advocating for Dutch compliance with trade treaties. His efforts spanned pressing Ministers about Dutch duty evasion and small banknote circulation, reflecting his role in commerce and diplomacy.

A revised biography by Francis Douglas Q,C. been published here>>>

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