Ira Frederick Aldridge was an American-born British actor, playwright, and theatre manager, known for his portrayal of Shakespearean characters. James Hewlett and Aldridge are regarded as the first Black American tragedians.
[Inclosure 1 in No. 95.] Mr. Von Brandt to the Ministers of the Tsung-li Yamên. Peking, November 20, 1880. On the 19th instant the undersigned had the honor to receive…
[Inclosure 1 in No. 151.] Mr. von Brandt to the Tsung-li Yamên. January 9, 1881. I have the honor to acknowledge the receipt of your excellencies’ communication dated December 5,…
[Inclosure 2 in No. 36.] Mr. von Brandt to Prince Kung and the ministers of the Yamên I have the honor to acknowledge the receipt of your imperial highness and…