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Proposal to grant Courland succession after Duke Ferdinand
The letter discusses replacing Duke Ferdinand with a new Duke of Courland proposed by the Crown and Republic. It argues the allodial patrimony should go to female heirs if the male line fails, and that a Bran denburg prince might be favored. It notes prior treaties and hopes the Estates of Courland would recommend the Margrave as successor, seeking peaceful times and public advantages.
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the Dutchy
Duke of Love
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