RENNIE JOHN: (1794-1874) English Civil Engineer whose constructions included the Waterloo Bridge, Southwark Bridge, and London Bridge. A.L.S., John Rennie, two pages, 8vo, Whitehall Place, London, 26th August 1841, to Allan Cunningham. Rennie apologises to his correspondent, '…absence from London has prevented me from replying to your letter about the monument to our late most excellent and beloved friend Sir David Wilkie. I can only say that I shall be most happy to assist in any way that my humble service can be useful…' Together with a second A.L.S., John Rennie, one page, 8vo, Whitehall Place, London, 13th August 1824, to Mr. Cole M.P. Rennie informs his correspondent 'You will perhaps shortly expect the Report of Mr.Wyatt and myself upon the proposed Quay between Whitehall and Waterloo Bridge.' Further adding 'Having however been detained at Plymouth longer than I expected I must ask your indulgence for a little longer time than first thought would be required.' With blank integral leaf. With minor discolouration and age related wear and a very small cut piece adhered to the left top corner of the 1824 letter, being four printed lines regarding Rennie, not affecting signature or text. G, 2